Team Leader – Disability Support Worker

Hunter Ethical Disability Support Services

Job Location:

Thornton - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 82000 - 82000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Us

At HEDSS independence starts here and we make it happen with care energy and respect.

We provide safe reliable and flexible support to NDIS participants so they can live their best independent lives. And we do it by creating a positive supportive environment where our team can thrive. When our people are happy and rewarded our clients flourish.

Were expanding our Supported Independent Living (SIL) and Community Access services and looking for a down-to-earth proactive Team Leader with hands-on leadership experience to join our crew.

Our SIL houses are located in Thornton Salamander Bay Black Hill and soon Mayfield so flexibility to travel between sites will be valued.

About the Role

Reporting to the Service Manager youll be the link between frontline staff and the management team leading Disability Support Workers ensuring quality and compliance in daily supports and keeping participant outcomes at the heart of everything you do.

Youll lead by example balancing empathy with accountability and empowering your team to deliver person-centred high-quality support every day.

Youll:

Oversee day-to-day operations of one or more SIL houses across Thornton Salamander Bay Black Hill and Mayfield

Lead mentor and support DSWs to deliver consistent person-centred care

Communicate effectively with families health professionals and key stakeholders

Monitor documentation shift notes and incident reports for accuracy and compliance

Promote a positive safe and inclusive workplace culture

Collaborate closely with the Service Manager and Operations Team to continuously improve our services

Champion digital tools (Employment Hero and ShiftCare) to help staff work smarter and stay connected

This role suits a confident and compassionate leader who loves both people and process someone whos hands-on organised and motivated to make a difference.

About You

Youll bring:

Minimum 12 years experience in a leadership or supervisory role (Team Leader House Manager Senior Support Worker or similar)

Strong understanding of the NDIS Practice Standards and person-centred support

Excellent communication time-management and documentation skills

Certificate IV (or higher) in Disability Community Services or a related field

Standard Probidy: Current drivers licence NDIS Worker Check and First Aid/CPR

Why Join HEDSS

Be part of an ethical local provider that genuinely cares

Supportive management team that values feedback and transparency

Above-award pay rates and ongoing professional development

Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation

How to Apply

If youre ready to make it happen build trust and bring enthusiasm to your team every day wed love to hear from you.

Apply now via with your CV and a short cover letter telling us why this role excites you.

Open the door to independence we cant wait to meet you.

Required Experience:

Manager

About UsAt HEDSS independence starts here and we make it happen with care energy and respect.We provide safe reliable and flexible support to NDIS participants so they can live their best independent lives. And we do it by creating a positive supportive environment where our team can thrive. When o...