Senior Support Worker - Children & Young People

Are you an experienced Team Leader who enjoys supporting teams, improving services and helping people achieve positive outcomes? Were currently looking for a Team Leader to join a well-established residential support service in Abingdon. This is a hands-on management role where youll have the opportunity to lead a team, influence how the service operates and play an important part in supporting colleagues through a period of change. Please note: this is a 6 month FTC (subject to further extension or the role becoming permanent). The salary scale is £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (depending on experience). Youll work as part of the management team, taking responsibility for the day-to-day running of the service and providing leadership to a team of Recovery Workers. A key part of your role will be helping staff understand and adapt to changes, providing clear leadership and making sure the team remains supported and focused throughout the process. Youll be encouraged to bring your own experience and ideas, while working closely with the wider management team to maintain a high-quality service. What youll be responsible for Managing, supporting and developing a team of Recovery Workers. Holding regular supervision and supporting staff with their professional development. Coaching and motivating team members to achieve their objectives. Monitoring team performance, targets and quality standards. Supporting the implementation of new processes and ways of working. Helping manage change positively and keeping the team engaged throughout periods of development. Working with internal teams and external professionals to ensure effective support is provided. Supporting with safeguarding, risk management, incidents and complaints where required. Supporting recruitment, induction and staff training. Were looking for someone with previous management or supervisory experience , ideally within mental health, social care, supported housing, health and social care or a similar setting. What's important is that you can demonstrate that you know how to lead people, manage performance and create a positive team environment. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. The ability to support people through change and introduce new ways of working. An understanding of the needs of people who may require additional support. A Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent would be advantageous, although relevant management and sector experience will also be considered. Youll work 37 hours per week on a 3-week rolling rota, with 1 weekend in 3 . The majority of shifts will be during the daytime, generally falling between 8am and 6pm . This is not ordinarily a night-shift position . There may occasionally be opportunities to undertake sleeping-night cover on an additional basis, but this is optional and is not part of the normal working pattern. On-site parking is available. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract , with the possibility of an extension or the position becoming permanent depending on the future structure of the service. If you havent heard back within 72 hours, please complete the Send Us A Message form on the Contact Us page of the Red 5 People website, and we guarantee a real person will respond. xkybehq For more details about the role, please call the office and ask for Lawrence (number available on the Red 5 People website).