Team Leader
| Company: | Social Care and Education |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £16.61 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Hinckley, LE10 1UE |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 4 Sept 2026 |
Summary
About Us:
At Social Care & Education, we are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care across services such as Community Care, Respite, and Supported Living. Our focus is on empowering individuals to maintain independence, choice, and control in their daily lives, while fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for both service users and staff.
The Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Team Leader on a temporary contract (up to 12 months) to join our care services in Hinckley. You will lead a team of care staff, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality care in line with regulatory standards, including the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This role is hands-on and involves supporting both your team and service users directly, while overseeing day-to-day operations, staff development, and compliance with policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, motivate, and manage a team of care staff, including recruitment, supervision, training, and performance management.
Ensure services deliver person-centred care that maximises independence, choice, and control.
Maintain compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, and regulatory requirements
Plan and organise staff rotas to meet service requirements, including flexible working patterns.
Develop strong relationships with service users, families, advocates, and external partners.
Oversee the safe management of service resources, facilities, and medication administration.
Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and respond to enquiries or complaints professionally.
Promote inclusion, respect for diversity, and adherence to safeguarding procedures.
**To protect the privacy and safety of the individuals we support, the postcode provided is for the nearest transport hub and does not represent the exact location of the service. The successful applicant will receive the full address prior to commencement of employment.**
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