Team Leader (Care & Support)
| Posting date: | 16 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £14.91 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 April 2026 |
| Location: | Liversedge, WF15 6JA |
| Company: | Cygnet |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JR1575 |
Summary
Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
We are looking for a confident Team Leader with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
You’ll be working 42 hours a week, 12 hour shifts, including every other weekend, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Norcott Lodge.
Located in the suburbs of Liversedge in West Yorkshire, Norcott Lodge is a specialist residential service providing outcome focused care for adults with learning disabilities and associated complex needs who may have behaviours that challenge.Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do and we are able to meet the changing needs of the people we support as they progress through their care pathway, while ensuring their safety is maintained and their independence supported.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development - you’ll also enjoy discounts with our free NHS blue light card, rewards gateway offering 10% or more off supermarket shopping, private health cash plans, free confidential mental health support and more, to support your wellbeing in and out of work.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others – every day.
Your day-to-day…
Medication
Allocation of duties
Demonstrating best practice
Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service
Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
Learn about individuals’ specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required
Safeguard
Maintain a safe & clean environment for all
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
Salary: £14.91 per hour
Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
Regular coaching & appraisal
Expert supervision & peer support
Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
You are…
An experienced Support Worker or Acting Team Leader ready to step up to a new challenge
Genuinely driven to make a difference in people’s lives
Confident, assertive & ambitious for yourself, service users & the organisation
An excellent communicator & good team player
Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
Able to empower & support service user independence
Organised, committed & keen to develop your management & leadership skills.
Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
What next?
If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.
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