Team Leader - Neath Port Talbot
Package Description
JOB ROLE: Care Team Leader
LOCATION: Neath Port Talbot, SA10
SALARY: £12.80 - £13.40* per hour
If you are an experienced Support Worker with at least 12 months' experience, an NVQ / QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care and the enthusiasm and commitment to live our company values every, this may be the role for you!
You will be supporting and managing a small team of Support Workers in Neath Port Talbot, our new supported living service which supports up-to 3 individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Mental Health needs. The service consists of 4 bedrooms, with a shared lounge and kitchen area. Our housing-related support service focuses on promoting wellbeing, greater independence and social inclusion.
Responsibilities:
- Work as part of a team delivering high quality support services in accordance with an agreed plan
- Promote and maintain independence, choice and respect throughout all aspects of the service
- Deliver support in accordance with the relevant National Minimum Standards
- Adhere to the company’s policies and procedures
- Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of your work
- Promote and support the health and safety of the service users at all times
- Maintain a healthy and safe environment
- Communicate effectively with tenants, families, colleagues, managers and other professionals, both in writing and verbally
- Undertake any other duties as required by the business
- Planning rotas and general data recording and reporting,
- Delivering information to the Administrator by agreed deadlines
Requirements:
- A commitment to supporting people to live lifestyles of their choosing
- Proven experience at Senior Support Worker or Care Assistant level within a Supported Living environment
- Ability to work to a high standard on your own initiative and as part of a larger team
- QCF or NVQ Level 3 in Care, or another relevant field is essential
- A supervision qualification is desirable but not essential
- Able to work as part of a team delivering high quality support services in accordance with an agreed plan
- Demonstrate positive values in line with equal opportunities legislation
- Able to promote and maintain independence, choice and respect throughout all aspects of the service
- Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of your work
- Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be drivers with access to a car
Why join us:
- Annual leave - 5.6 weeks holiday per year
- DBS Check – We cover the cost of your DBS check and further renewals
- Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
- Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephone
- Regular Team Meetings – Include and contribute your ideas towards the progression of the service and have your voice heard
- Supportive Management - Regular supervisions and appraisals to ensure you are enjoying your role with us
- Qualifications – We can support you to obtain a range of QCF’s opening up further career opportunities
- Paid Induction and Training – Get paid to enrol in our sector leading training and level up your career.
- Amazing Discount Scheme - at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
- Real Progression Opportunity’s – Let us invest in you and excel in your career
Keys Group brings together three of the UK’s leading and longest-established providers of specialist education, care and activities; Accomplish, Keys and Peak. The organisation provides specialist support and education for more than 2,000 children, young people, adults and families in services and schools across England and Wales.
Specialist residential and supported living services for adults with a learning disability, autism, mental health needs and acquired brain injury are provided throughout England and Wales by Accomplish.
Keys offers education and care services for children, young people and families across England and Wales through its specialist schools, residential children’s homes, activity and intervention and leaving care services, adult resource centre and family assessment centres.
Activities are offered by Peak through its seven specialist adventure centres including water sports, treetop and climbing centres, across England.
Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career - No agencies please
Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18
*Dependant on experience and qualifications
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