Team Managers (Learning Disabilities Support Service) Gateshead, Newcastle & North Tyneside

We currently have 2 positions available for a Team Manager to work in our Learning Disability Support Services.

Allendale Court is our Independent Supported Living Service. It provides specialist supported living with 24/7 skilled staff Positive Behaviour Support and personalised support plans tailored to each persons goals.

Location: Allendale Court (West Denton)

Salary: 27783 per annum

On Call: Generous oncall payment (rotational basis including weekends)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week shift work and alternative weekends

Contract: Full-time Permanent

Our LIFE service provides flexible person-centred support to people in their own homes and communities helping them build skills maintain independence and stay connected through ISL services & outreach.

Location: Arden House (Gosforth)

Salary: 27783 per annum

On Call: Generous oncall payment (rotational basis including weekends)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week 9am to 5pm with some late and weekends. Flexibility required depending on the needs of the service

Contract: Full-time Permanent

At LIFE by Be Caring we are values-led and outcome-focused. Everything we do is guided by our commitment to delivering care that empowers people - and the belief that everyone deserves to live a life of purpose connection and choice.

We are seeking a flexible knowledgeable and values-driven Team Manager to join our team in Newcastle. This service supports adults with Learning Disabilities Autism and Mental Health needs including people who may present behaviours that challenge others.

This is not just a management position - its a meaningful leadership role focused on personalised support skilled team development and long-term positive outcomes for the people we support.

As a Team Manager you will be a part of the team dedicated to deliver person-centred support.

You will lead a team that supports people to achieve their own outcomes - whether thats building life skills accessing the community improving emotional wellbeing or transitioning into their own tenancy.

• Lead with vision and our values at the core of your approach
• Deliver and oversee flexible consistent and personalised support within an ISL model
• Ensure every plan is outcome-focused co-designed and regularly reviewed
• Create a culture that champions independence dignity and respect

• Line-manage coach and mentor a team of Support Workers
• Model values-based leadership: approachable resilient and committed to shared success

• Ensure effective safeguarding risk management and regulatory compliance (CQC)
• Keep all documentation and audits accurate and timely
• Work closely with the Service Manager and multi-agency professionals to ensure joined-up support

• In-depth knowledge of supporting people with Learning Disabilities Autism and Mental Health needs
• Experience working with or leading a team in Supported Living ISL or community-based care
• Demonstrates resilience and the ability to remain calm and solution-focused when navigating the challenges and emotional demands of supporting people with learning disabilities and autism.
• A flexible approach to work with the ability to adapt to changing needs provide on-call support and support across different shifts
• Proven ability to manage people lead with values and maintain high standards in care delivery
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A UK driving licence and access to a car or motorbike for work purposes

• 300 New Starter Bonus up to 400 Annual Bonus 300 Refer-a-Friend Bonus
• 25 Birthday Gift Voucher
• Fully funded DBS check
• Access to Level 24 qualifications leadership development and accredited training
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Mileage allowance 45p per mile
• Optional GMB union membership
• A supportive working culture where youre trusted to lead and valued for your impact

If you are a flexible knowledgeable leader who thrives in a dynamic person-led environment and youre passionate about enabling people to live more independently wed love to hear from you.

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