Job Description

Team Leader - Supported Living
Location: Exeter
Hourly Rate: £13.65 | Welcome Bonus: £250 (T&Cs apply)

Are you a motivated leader looking to make a real difference in people's lives? We're recruiting a Team Leader to join a supported living service in Exeter, helping adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs, including Deaf individuals, achieve independence and live fulfilling lives.

Role Overview:
As Team Leader, you'll be responsible for guiding a dedicated team and ensuring excellent care standards. You'll balance hands-on support with leadership responsibilities, working closely with families, professionals, and other agencies to create a person-centred, empowering environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support a team, including supervision and rota management
• Deliver direct care and support to service users in their homes and the community
• Oversee support plans and ensure compliance with care standards
• Maintain strong communication with families, colleagues, and external partners

Skills & Experience:

• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Comfortable with administrative tasks and IT systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and occasional sleep-ins
• Experience supporting Deaf individuals or willingness to learn sign language is highly desirable

Benefits:

• 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part-time) with potential to increase
• 2 paid Wellbeing Days annually
• Access to fully funded training and recognised qualifications
• Pension contributions, life assurance (2x salary), and wellbeing support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Staff discounts
• Blue Light Card

If you're passionate about leadership and empowering others, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career while making a positive impact every day.

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