Care Team Leader - Heath Farm - Cottage

Location: Ilminster

Job Description Care Team Leader – Heath Farm Residential Services Are you ready for a new challenge in your care career? Lifeways is seeking a dedicated and experienced care professional to join our team as a Care Team Leader at Heath Farm , supporting adults with learning disabilities, complex needs, mental health conditions, and behaviours that challenge. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of an established and supportive team, where your leadership will make a meaningful difference every day.

Lifeways is committed to investing in your development and offering genuine career progression. Shifts include weekdays and weekends.

What We Offer:

Over £2,000 in total rewards per year Cycle to Work Scheme – Up to £1,000 Gym discounts – Save up to £192 a year Eye care & health cash plans New! 10% off at B&Q for all team members Eligible for the Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, food, days out & more £200 for every successful referral 3% employer pension contribution 8 paid days of training per year Access to qualifications & apprenticeship

About You:

We welcome applications from experienced Care Team Leaders or Senior Support Workers holding an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent). If you're a committed Care Assistant or Support Worker with a strong track record and a desire to progress, we’ll provide the training and support you need to thrive in this role. Your Role:
As a Team Leader , you will:
Lead and motivate a team of support workers to deliver high-quality, person-centred care Support individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives Oversee recruitment and development of team members, including staff supervisions and interviews Communicate effectively with staff, the people we support, and external professionals Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills “Lifeways has been amazing. I started off as a support worker at Heath Farm in 2017 with no previous experience in care and, honestly, this was originally supposed to be a job to fill in a gap.

Lifeways made me realise how important this line of work is and how rewarding it can be to support people with autism and learning disabilities.” - Sabrina Brown, Deputy Manager Join Lifeways and be part of a team that truly values your contribution and supports your growth. LWGSC