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Team Leader - Dig N Grow
| Posting date: | 22 May 2024 |
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| Salary: | £25,389 to £25,389 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 June 2024 |
| Location: | Witney, Oxfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Guideposts |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their career, to provide direct operational support to the Manager in the effective running of the Oxfordshire based services.
Leading by good example, you will give clear direction and support to the team members and volunteers. You will be responsible for making day to day decisions on operational and client matters, whilst communicating with the individuals that we support and their families/carers; this will also involve processing new referrals as necessary.
Alongside this you will play a key role in the development of the outdoor wellbeing hub offering to the local community and working in partnership with our corporate sponsor and other local organisations.
PURPOSE OF ROLE
Manage the day to day running of the horticultural gardening and wellbeing service, providing high quality and person-centred support to enable individuals to pursue gardening and wellbeing-based activities in a safe environment.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Have a clear overview of the needs of all individuals supported by the service
Assess suitability of new referrals and integrate into the project where appropriate
Take overall responsibility for Health and Safety of all service users and staff across the site including maintenance of equipment
Promote the service internally and externally
Budget responsibility for the project
Supervise, appraise and develop staff and volunteer team
RESPONSIBILITIES
Service user and staff
· Plan and co-ordinate suitable activities according to seasons, service users’ interest and abilities, and ensure staffing levels are correct for service users’ needs
· Deliver high quality and person-centred care to service users, leading by example
Arrange and lead team meetings
Work with the wider leadership team to see that Health and Safety requirements are met within the project, updating risk assessments on service users, use of equipment and all activities as required
Maintain service user records updating with activities undertaken and any outcomes. Ensure accurate and timely records are kept of attendance at the project. (eg Civi)
Maintain staff team records
Promote positive and effective communication within the team
Liaise with carers, families and other health professionals as required
Contribute to service development and growth by developing partnerships within the community
Assist with new staff and volunteer recruitment
Gardening
Plan the seasonal growth and development of plants, seeds and vegetables across the site
KEY COMPETENCIES
Knowledgeable and experienced in gardening/horticulture
Experience of working with to adults with additional needs
Good communicator at all levels
Able to handle challenging situations
Takes initiative and is enthusiastic
A good problem solver
Able to interpret information and draw conclusions
Good line management skills
Basic financial and budgeting skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. The cost will be met by the employer.
In return you will receive a competitive salary plus:
- Pension scheme: Guideposts will contribute 6% of your salary when you contribute 3%.
- Health Cash Plan
- EAP from Health Assured
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Annual leave: 23 days rising to a maximum of 28 days plus bank holidays
You will find the Job Description and application form on our website. https://guideposts.org.uk/opportunities/
Please demonstrate in your application how you meet the responsibilities and key competencies of the role.
Leading by good example, you will give clear direction and support to the team members and volunteers. You will be responsible for making day to day decisions on operational and client matters, whilst communicating with the individuals that we support and their families/carers; this will also involve processing new referrals as necessary.
Alongside this you will play a key role in the development of the outdoor wellbeing hub offering to the local community and working in partnership with our corporate sponsor and other local organisations.
PURPOSE OF ROLE
Manage the day to day running of the horticultural gardening and wellbeing service, providing high quality and person-centred support to enable individuals to pursue gardening and wellbeing-based activities in a safe environment.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Have a clear overview of the needs of all individuals supported by the service
Assess suitability of new referrals and integrate into the project where appropriate
Take overall responsibility for Health and Safety of all service users and staff across the site including maintenance of equipment
Promote the service internally and externally
Budget responsibility for the project
Supervise, appraise and develop staff and volunteer team
RESPONSIBILITIES
Service user and staff
· Plan and co-ordinate suitable activities according to seasons, service users’ interest and abilities, and ensure staffing levels are correct for service users’ needs
· Deliver high quality and person-centred care to service users, leading by example
Arrange and lead team meetings
Work with the wider leadership team to see that Health and Safety requirements are met within the project, updating risk assessments on service users, use of equipment and all activities as required
Maintain service user records updating with activities undertaken and any outcomes. Ensure accurate and timely records are kept of attendance at the project. (eg Civi)
Maintain staff team records
Promote positive and effective communication within the team
Liaise with carers, families and other health professionals as required
Contribute to service development and growth by developing partnerships within the community
Assist with new staff and volunteer recruitment
Gardening
Plan the seasonal growth and development of plants, seeds and vegetables across the site
KEY COMPETENCIES
Knowledgeable and experienced in gardening/horticulture
Experience of working with to adults with additional needs
Good communicator at all levels
Able to handle challenging situations
Takes initiative and is enthusiastic
A good problem solver
Able to interpret information and draw conclusions
Good line management skills
Basic financial and budgeting skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. The cost will be met by the employer.
In return you will receive a competitive salary plus:
- Pension scheme: Guideposts will contribute 6% of your salary when you contribute 3%.
- Health Cash Plan
- EAP from Health Assured
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Annual leave: 23 days rising to a maximum of 28 days plus bank holidays
You will find the Job Description and application form on our website. https://guideposts.org.uk/opportunities/
Please demonstrate in your application how you meet the responsibilities and key competencies of the role.