Relocate to Guernsey - Team Leader - Adult Disability Team

Location London
Job type Permanent
Salary £36,899 - 47,590 per year
Consultant Craig Osborne
Call +44 7533 049397
Reference 209469(LON)

Relocate to Guernsey!

Job Title: Team Leader (RNLD) - Adult Disability Team
Location: Guernsey
Type: Permanent
Grade: Band 5 - £36,899 - £42,779 BAR £43,954 - £47,590 per annum

Sanctuary Personnel are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Adult Disability Team Leader to join our client's team. As a member of the adult disability service, you will provide vital support to individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide support in various settings, including residential homes, supported living, and short break services.
  • Engage service users in daily activities such as cleaning, shopping, cooking, etc., following the active support model.
  • Encourage participation of service users in activities and promote independence.
  • Coordinate and lead a team within the service.
  • Develop and implement individualised care and support programmes.
  • Liaise with multidisciplinary team members and associated agencies to coordinate complex care arrangements.
  • Maintain professional and respectful relationships with service users, colleagues, and families.
  • Aid in the growth, training, and evaluation of junior colleagues.
  • Contribute to onboarding new team members.
  • Provide guidance and training within the team.
  • Offer active support and individual coaching to support staff.
  • Procure necessary goods and services for service user needs.
  • Under guidance, develop leadership skills in supervising junior staff.
  • Coordinate and lead team efforts.
  • Manage scheduling and rota assignments.
  • Handle accidents/incidents using approved reporting protocols and following organisational policies.
  • Independently communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members and external agencies.
  • Resolve conflicts and address service user issues, referring to appropriate resources when necessary.
  • Manage complex, sensitive, or contentious information exchanges.
  • Participate in required audits.

Requirements:

  • Qualified RNLD
  • NMC registration
  • Previous mental health nursing experience
  • Good IT skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Possession of a valid driving licence (negotiable with the manager depending on the area).
  • Leadership skills.
  • Caring and empathetic nature.
  • Understanding of learning disabilities and/or autism, person-centred care, and positive behavioural support.

Benefits:

As an employer, we provide comprehensive relocation assistance covering interview and relocation travel expenses. Additionally, we offer competitive compensation and an annual bonus scheme of £3,000, payable after two and four years of service. For those relocating solo, subsidised accommodation is available, and we extend an 8-year Employment Permit for candidates relocating with partners or families.

Additional Information:

  • Flexible shift system offering 24-hour support.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • DBS check required.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, we would love to hear from you. Apply now through Sanctuary Personnel.