Job summary

We are looking for a confident Acting Care & Support Team Leader with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

You'll be working 42 hours a week (Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday week one, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday week two, 12 hour shifts), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Longfield.

Located in the friendly village of Clayton in the suburbs of Bradford, Longfield House is a specialist residential service providing outcome focused care for adults with learning disabilities and associated complex needs who may have behaviours that challenge.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Main duties of the job

Your day-to-day as an acting team leader...

• Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service
• Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely

Your day-to-day as a support worker...

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe & clean environment for all

About us

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes.

Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a confident Acting Care & Support Team Leader with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

You'll be working 42 hours a week (Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday week one, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday week two, 12 hour shifts), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Longfield.

Located in the friendly village of Clayton in the suburbs of Bradford, Longfield House is a specialist residential service providing outcome focused care for adults with learning disabilities and associated complex needs who may have behaviours that challenge.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Your day-to-day as an acting team leader...

• Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service
• Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely

Your day-to-day as a support worker...

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe & clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

• Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
• Recruitment referrals

You are...

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives
• An excellent communicator & a good team player
• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
• Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

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Last updated : 2024-04-23