Intensive Team Leader

Care Team Leader – Ashton House, Peldon Campus

Are you passionate about helping autistic adults and those with learning disabilities achieve their desired potential? Autism Anglia, a well-established independent charity, is looking for a Team Leader to lead our dedicated team at our Peldon Campus, Colchester.

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Peldon, Colchester, CO7

£28,997.24 per annum (£15.03 per hour)

Full-time: 37 hours per week (overtime available)

Please note, unfortunately we do not offer sponsor ships and candidates must have the eligibility to work in the UK.

• As part of the management team, take day-to-day responsibility for running and ensuring delivery of a high-quality, safe and person-centred service which supports and empowers staff and the people we support.
• Support individuals in a variety of activities, including sport, leisure, cultural and recreational events, day trips, and holidays.
• Promote the development of individuals we support by using a holistic approach which demonstrates an understanding of their personal, physical, emotional, spiritual and developmental needs.
• Act as and be responsible for key worker roles to ensure that the needs of the people we support are met and engage in regular communication with the management team to ensure individual achievements and concerns are discussed.
• Act as a role model and encourage staff to demonstrate a proactive enthusiastic and positive approach, ensuring they are aware of expectations regarding their performance and conduct
• Manage the receipt, storage and administration of medication and associated record keeping. Undertaking reviews and audits to ensure safe administration
• Follow Safeguarding procedures and act promptly on any concerns.

• Have experience as a Senior Support Worker, or Team Leader, preferably with autism or learning disabilities.
• Hold or are working towards their Health in Social Care Level 3 Diploma.
• Previous experience in a supervisory role and leading a team.
• It is essential that you hold a full UK clean manual driving licence with at least two years of driving experience
• Can identify and support the needs, wishes, and aspirations of individuals with communication needs.
• Are experienced in providing intensive behavioural support.
• Have strong communication skills and experience coordinating activities in the local area.

Most importantly, we are looking for individuals with compassion, patience, and a genuine passion for empowering others.

• Staff wellbeing programmes and mental health support.
• Comprehensive training, supervision, and professional development.
• Free on-site parking.
• A supportive and accessible leadership team, ensuring guidance and assistance are always available.
• Access to GP and dental services.

Autism Anglia is proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Flexible working and reasonable adjustments are available to support candidates where needed.

Autism Anglia is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and children. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. For all enhanced DBS roles, we are permitted to seek access to spent convictions under The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, Exceptions Order 1975 (as amended 2013).