Supervisor
| Posting date: | 02 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £38,220 to £39,152 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 June 2026 |
| Location: | Kendal, Cumbria |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Westmorland and Furness Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | WMF2977e |
Summary
About this opportunity
We are recruiting for a 37-hour Supervisor to join our exciting service in Kendal.
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and/or complex needs? If so, we would love to hear from you.
We have an excellent opportunity for the right individual to join our established Supervisor Team, delivering safe, effective, and high-quality support to individuals living in their own homes within the local community. This is a rewarding role within an enthusiastic, friendly, and committed team dedicated to achieving positive outcomes and promoting independence through the development of new skills.
About the Role
As a Supervisor, you will provide strong leadership and engagement, ensuring high-quality day-to-day service delivery. You will support and develop the staff team, helping them reach their full potential both individually and collectively.
You will work in partnership with others, manage risk effectively, and promote a person-centred approach to care. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate service user records and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Ensuring appropriate and adequate staffing levels to meet assessed needs
Managing and reviewing Support Plans and Risk Assessments regularly
Conducting staff 1:1s and facilitating team meetings in line with policy, ensuring clear communication and information sharing
Participating in the on-call rota as an emergency contact for staff, service users, families, and professionals
Promoting and maintaining high standards of care, support, and encouragement to develop individuals’ independence skills
Who we are looking for…
The ideal candidate will work closely with the Service Manager and fellow Supervisors to continually develop the service while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and national standards.
You will:
Have a positive and flexible approach
Be a strong communicator
Promote teamwork and a clear sense of purpose across the staff team
Share our commitment to high-quality, person-centred care
If this sounds like you, and you share our passion for making a difference and bringing smiles to people’s lives, we encourage you to apply today!
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)
We are recruiting for a 37-hour Supervisor to join our exciting service in Kendal.
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and/or complex needs? If so, we would love to hear from you.
We have an excellent opportunity for the right individual to join our established Supervisor Team, delivering safe, effective, and high-quality support to individuals living in their own homes within the local community. This is a rewarding role within an enthusiastic, friendly, and committed team dedicated to achieving positive outcomes and promoting independence through the development of new skills.
About the Role
As a Supervisor, you will provide strong leadership and engagement, ensuring high-quality day-to-day service delivery. You will support and develop the staff team, helping them reach their full potential both individually and collectively.
You will work in partnership with others, manage risk effectively, and promote a person-centred approach to care. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate service user records and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Ensuring appropriate and adequate staffing levels to meet assessed needs
Managing and reviewing Support Plans and Risk Assessments regularly
Conducting staff 1:1s and facilitating team meetings in line with policy, ensuring clear communication and information sharing
Participating in the on-call rota as an emergency contact for staff, service users, families, and professionals
Promoting and maintaining high standards of care, support, and encouragement to develop individuals’ independence skills
Who we are looking for…
The ideal candidate will work closely with the Service Manager and fellow Supervisors to continually develop the service while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and national standards.
You will:
Have a positive and flexible approach
Be a strong communicator
Promote teamwork and a clear sense of purpose across the staff team
Share our commitment to high-quality, person-centred care
If this sounds like you, and you share our passion for making a difference and bringing smiles to people’s lives, we encourage you to apply today!
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)