Team Leader

Job Introduction

Turning Point is a Health & Social care charity organisation with sixty years of experience. We have a great opportunity for a Team Leader position for one of our properties. The property in question is a standard bungalow situated in Watford. We provide twenty-four-hour care for six male individuals with Profound Learning Disabilities and other complex needs. The service that we provide is designed around every single person’s needs and wishes.

Parkview provides a warm and relaxed homely environment

Role Responsibility

What skills and qualities do I need to have?

• The ability to inspire and drive excellent support within a team.
• The ability to meet financial and business targets.
• A track record of supporting and empowering people to live more independently in their community developing positive outcomes for those being supported.
• Experience of supporting individuals with various needs including autism learning disabilities, complex physical or health needs.
• The ability to communicate effectively to a range of audiences.
• Flexibility regarding your working hours
• Being on call to support the area team (this is paid separately)
• Willing to work towards NVQ level 4/5 qualification.

The Ideal Candidate

Building on your experience of working with people with learning disabilities, you'll set, maintain, and develop standards as part of our service. As the team lead, your focus will always be on ensuring the delivery of consistently high-quality services - all within a challenging, but very rewarding environment.

About us

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:

• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – we’re proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
• 28 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy holidays and spread the cost
• An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You’ll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
• Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
• Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
• Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family
• Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
• Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
• A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!

Turning Point

Attached documents

• LD-TeamLeader-generic-Jan15.pdf