Team Leader
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Are youre skilled in leading a team and committed to supporting people with a learning disability to get the most out of life If so you might be well suited to our Team Leader position in Day Services.
For a rewarding and fulfilling role lead our great team supporting adults with a learning disability within our day service at St Nicholas Lewes. This role is key to the team making a real positive impact on the lives of the people who attend the service and creating a work environment which continuously develops the team ensuring the support people who attend the service achieve great outcomes and access new meaningful opportunities.
This role ensures there are timetabled activities which promote friendships teach independence skills and involve clients in their local community. Leading a team of Support Workers ensuring we have fit and proper staff who provide a service to clients from 8.30am to 7.00pm four days a week on Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays & Fridays on a rota basis.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK -
The Team Leader is responsible for the induction training supervision and development of staff to ensure they are meeting the care and support needs of the clients attending the service.
We are looking for candidates who have:
Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 Apprenticeship or equivalent or have a willingness to complete.
Level 2 Maths and English or ability to pass an assessment as part of the selection process.
Informal care experience
Organisational skills and time management of self and others
Effective verbal and written communication skills
An ability to plan review and develop packages of support
Please download the Job Description and Person Specificationfor more information.
To apply for this role please follow the Apply Now button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience education or personal interests.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply pageand our statement on the use of AI
Interviews will take place in person on Tuesday 21st April 2026 at St Nicholas Spital Road Lewes BN7 1PA. Interviews will include client involvement a workplace assessment and meeting with managers of the service.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status pagefor details.
The most rewarding part of this role is being part of making a difference to the life of a person with a learning disability. Where you can see how people grow and develop and achieve their full potential.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on ourbenefits page.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Gemma Wanstall Service Manager by email to request a MS teams call or phone call.
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Additional Information Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For fur ... View more
