Team Leader Learning Disability

Healthcare Ireland Group; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Northern Ireland seeks a Team Leader for its Learning Disability services. The role involves leading a compassionate care team to deliver person-centred support to residents. Responsibilities include designing individual care plans, overseeing care assistants, and ensuring high standards of safety and support. The position offers a competitive £16.50 per hour, continuous professional development, and various employee benefits in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid annual leave

Continuous professional development and training

Overtime available at an enhanced rate

Pension plan

Access NI

Free parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a care or support environment for people with learning disabilities and mental health.
• At least 2 years experience in a regulated care or support environment.

Responsibilities

• Build a positive rapport with residents, focusing on their rights and dignity.
• Plan and implement individual programmes of care with the senior team.
• Oversee Care Assistants ensuring safe care delivery.
• Implement safety and positive behaviour support training.
• Understand and apply individual risk assessment management plans.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team leadership

Person-centred care

Risk assessment management

Education

QCF Level 3 or above in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Join the Team at Braefield Court. Braefield Court is a modern, purpose-built facility located in the picturesque village of Connor. Opened in November 2022, our seven-bedroom service has been thoughtfully designed with the needs of our residents at its core. We provide specialist support for adults living with Learning Disabilities, Autism, and Complex Needs. At Braefield Court, residents enjoy access to a wide range of local activities including horse riding, cycling, cinema trips, and dining out all with the support of our dedicated team, available 24 hours a day. We are proud to share that our team was honoured with the Innovative Practice Award at the Independent Health and Care Providers Awards, reflecting the creativity, dedication and impact of our staff in transforming lives.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and delivering person-centred care, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

In our Learning Disability services, the role of a Team Leader is indispensable. The Team Leader is a guiding force behind a compassionate and dedicated care team, ensuring that our residents receive the highest level of care and support with a positive behaviour, person centred approach. The Team Leader leads by example, promoting a culture of respect and inclusion where each resident is valued as an individual with unique needs and preferences. Leading the care team, they provide support, empowering the team to deliver person-centred care that promotes independence, choice and dignity. Through their leadership, they not only enhance the well-being of residents but create a positive and nurturing environment where both residents and team members can thrive.

About The Role

Main Responsibilities

• Build a positive and supportive rapport with residents, putting their rights, dignity and choice at the centre of all care delivery.
• Plan and implement with the senior team, individual programmes of care.
• Work with the care team to meet the daily care needs of residents, providing a high standard of care.
• Oversee the Care Assistants ensuring care is provided in a safe environment through participation in learning and development programmes. Examples of this are, Safety Intervention Training, Understanding and Implementing Positive Behaviour Support, Implementing Active Support, Reflective Practice Sessions and Understanding your role in Safeguarding.
• Understanding of individual risk assessment management plans and how to ensure these are implemented safely and with a persons human rights at the centre.
• Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as by the designated manager.

Benefits

• Paid annual leave
• The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company
• 4 weekly pay
• Continuous professional development and training
• Values-led culture
• Overtime available at an enhanced rate
• Opportunities for progression
• Pension plan (if applicable)
• Attractive hourly rate
• Access NI
• NISCC reimbursed after qualifying period
• Uniforms and PPE supplied
• Monthly incentives and recognition awards
• Free parking

Required Criteria

• QCF Level 3 or above and/or equivalent in Health and Social care
• The Right to Work in the UK
• A good standard of written and oral English
• Previous experience working in a care or support environment for people with learning disability and mental health
• At least 2 years experience working in a regulated care or support environment

Desired Criteria

• Previous experience supervising staff/ team

About The Company

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services. Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.

Company Culture

We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance. Our passionate, ever-growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people’s lives. Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we’d love to have you join the team.

Company Benefits

Healthcare Ireland Group is not just a workplace; it’s a community where your work has a purpose, and your contributions are valued. If you’re passionate about making a difference and are seeking a rewarding career in healthcare, we welcome you to explore opportunities with us and help continue our legacy of excellence in care. Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Free parking, Competitive salary, Social Opportunities, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, On the job learning

Salary

£16.50 per hour