Community Support Leader
| Posting date: | 09 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £34,245.37 to £34,245.37 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 May 2024 |
| Location: | Inverness, Highland |
| Company: | Thera (Scotland) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 065171 |
Summary
Job Title: Community Support Leader
Location: Inverness – IV3
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Salary: Up to £34,245.37 per annum
Reference: 065171
Additional Information:
• Full UK Driving license and able to drive is essential.
The successful applicant must have experience in managing, supervising or team coordination in Supported living.
Previous experience in the supported living industry, supporting individuals with a learning disability is essential. A strong knowledge of the Care Inspectorate and CQC is also required.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.
We are seeking a full time Community Support Leader to join a well-established and committed team in the Highlands areas of Inverness. This position is to manage a team delivering complex support to adults with Learning disabilities within a community setting, in a supported living capacity. As a Community Support Leader, you will support your Operational Manager and be responsible for managing a number of teams providing support care to people with learning disability. You will ensure compliance with Care Inspectorate and other regulatory bodies, ensure best practice and coach the team to do the same. This role is key to ensuring our service meets the needs of our supports and our organisational vision.
• Thera is unique, we are led by people with a learning disability.
• Our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
Who are we looking for?
The successful applicant must have previous experience in the supported living industry, supporting individuals with a learning disability. Be keen to learn in a fast-paced environment and have the desire to embrace our values and vision, at all times.
Experience in managing, supervising or team coordination in Supported living
A strong knowledge of the Care Inspectorate and SSSC Compassionate
Be caring and Confident Computer literate Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Articulate, and professional
Be able to manage budgets, show initiative and be comfortable when it comes to problem solving.
What are the Benefits?
Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities
Flexible working hours for work life balance
Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)
33 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays (pro Rata)
Employee support line to support you and your family
Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career
Contributory Pension Scheme
Free PVG check
Refer a friend and earn up to £300
Cycle to Work Scheme
Well-being initiatives
Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan
An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work
If you have a passion for making a difference to peoples lives, consider a career with Thera Group.
For further information or to learn more about being a support worker in Thera, contact our friendly talent team on 01476 513934 or send an email newtalent@thera.co.uk
We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. We are an equal opportunities employer.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For the purpose of this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to a relevant PVG check should you be offered the position.
Thera follows government guidance around vaccines and believe they are an effective way to support everyones safety. We would encourage you to take part in any vaccination programme recommended if you are working in Social Care
Location: Inverness – IV3
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Salary: Up to £34,245.37 per annum
Reference: 065171
Additional Information:
• Full UK Driving license and able to drive is essential.
The successful applicant must have experience in managing, supervising or team coordination in Supported living.
Previous experience in the supported living industry, supporting individuals with a learning disability is essential. A strong knowledge of the Care Inspectorate and CQC is also required.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.
We are seeking a full time Community Support Leader to join a well-established and committed team in the Highlands areas of Inverness. This position is to manage a team delivering complex support to adults with Learning disabilities within a community setting, in a supported living capacity. As a Community Support Leader, you will support your Operational Manager and be responsible for managing a number of teams providing support care to people with learning disability. You will ensure compliance with Care Inspectorate and other regulatory bodies, ensure best practice and coach the team to do the same. This role is key to ensuring our service meets the needs of our supports and our organisational vision.
• Thera is unique, we are led by people with a learning disability.
• Our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.
Who are we looking for?
The successful applicant must have previous experience in the supported living industry, supporting individuals with a learning disability. Be keen to learn in a fast-paced environment and have the desire to embrace our values and vision, at all times.
Experience in managing, supervising or team coordination in Supported living
A strong knowledge of the Care Inspectorate and SSSC Compassionate
Be caring and Confident Computer literate Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Articulate, and professional
Be able to manage budgets, show initiative and be comfortable when it comes to problem solving.
What are the Benefits?
Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities
Flexible working hours for work life balance
Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)
33 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays (pro Rata)
Employee support line to support you and your family
Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career
Contributory Pension Scheme
Free PVG check
Refer a friend and earn up to £300
Cycle to Work Scheme
Well-being initiatives
Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan
An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work
If you have a passion for making a difference to peoples lives, consider a career with Thera Group.
For further information or to learn more about being a support worker in Thera, contact our friendly talent team on 01476 513934 or send an email newtalent@thera.co.uk
We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. We are an equal opportunities employer.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For the purpose of this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to a relevant PVG check should you be offered the position.
Thera follows government guidance around vaccines and believe they are an effective way to support everyones safety. We would encourage you to take part in any vaccination programme recommended if you are working in Social Care