Team Leader
| Company: | Acuity Care Group |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £16.80 - £16.80 |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Portsmouth, PO7 5JJ |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 28 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Team Leader - Waterlooville
Permanent | Full UK Driving Licence required | £16.80 per hour
40 hours per week. 12 hours on shift working Days and Sleep-ins and 28 hours off shift admin/leadership.
Lead with Confidence. Support with Purpose.
We’re seeking a capable, motivated, and experienced Team Leader to oversee a dedicated support package in
Waterlooville. This blended role includes
28
hours of leadership and management duties alongside
12
hours of hands-on support each week.
You’ll guide and develop a team of Support Workers, ensuring the delivery of consistent, high-quality care for an individual living independently. This person lives with Autism, Menal heath dificulties and behaviours that may present as challenging — but these do not define them. They enjoy swimming, painting, browsing local shops, going to one walks, and going to church.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management (28 hours per week – off rota)
Provide day-to-day supervision, coaching, and support to your team.
Manage performance, oversee training compliance, and encourage ongoing development.
Maintain accurate rotas, care plans, risk assessments, and documentation.
Ensure all practice meets CQC standards and organisational policies.
Lead team meetings, complete incident debriefs, and escalate concerns to the Registered Manager as needed.
Direct Support (12 hours per week – on rota)
Deliver safe, person-centred support alongside your team.
Encourage and facilitate meaningful, goal-focused activities.
Demonstrate excellent practice and champion a person-centred culture.
Build strong, trusting relationships with the individual and their family to promote continuity of care.
About You
Previous leadership experience within health or social care.
Strong understanding of Learning Disabilities, Autism, physical health needs, behaviours that may be perceived as challenging, and mental health support.
Confident communicator with excellent organisational and decision-making skills.
Based in or near Waterlooville, with a
full UK driving licence.
Who we are
acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life.Our teams are passionate about delivering person‑centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.
What happens next?
If this sounds like the right role for you, please apply by sending us your CV through the job link.
If you meet the requirements, one of our Specialist Recruitment Partners will be in touch to arrange an interview.
acuity care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
What we offer
Westfield Rewards – exclusive discounts with 1,000+ big-name retailers, restaurants and travel brands
Westfield Health Cash Plan – including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs
Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for wellbeing, finances and relationships
Blue Light Card – discounts and free event tickets
acuity academy – training, qualifications and continuous professional development
Career progression within the organisation
Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to
£500