Team Leader - Healthcare SectorPay rate: £18.00 - Weekly or Monthly payShift Pattern:36 hours on shift and 12 hours AdminYou will need to have a full UK drivers license.Are you an experienced Team Leader with a strong understanding of Autism?We’re looking for someone calm, patient, and confident in leading a support team to provide consistent, person‑centred care for an adult who thrives on routine, enjoys being active, and benefits from clear, steady communication.About the Person we SupportHe is a friendly and engaging individual who appreciates predictability and clear communication.He has some reduced cognitive understanding but has capacity and is able to express his needs and preferences clearly.At times, he may express frustration verbally — usually linked to changes in routine or when feeling unsettled. With calm, steady and patient support, he responds well and becomes reassured quickly.He values a consistent night team who help him feel safe, comfortable and respected.This is a hands‑on leadership role combining direct support with team management. Duties include:Direct SupportSupporting daily life skills and routinesEncouraging healthy budgeting and spending habitsAttending activities, meals out, and community outingsHelping maintain his home environmentCommunicating clearly, calmly, and at a steady paceWorking sensitively around his daily challenges and emotional needsTeam LeadershipCreating and managing rotasCompleting payroll reconciliationConducting supervisions and mentoring staffRole‑modelling best practice in Autism‑informed supportEnsuring GDPR, safeguarding, and professional boundaries are upheld at all timesSupporting the team to deliver consistent, structured, person‑centred careWhat We’re Looking ForStrong experience in a Team Leader position within the healthcare sectorA calm, patient, steady communicatorSomeone who can explain things clearly and take time to ensure understandingA confident leader who can guide, mentor, and motivate a teamExcellent understanding of safeguarding and GDPRAbility to balance independence, safety, and positive risk‑takingCreative thinking around budgeting and activity planningMore about acuity careWe have been around for nearly 20 years so know our stuff! We have over 900 people working for us across Operations andsupporting roles. acuity care is aSupported Living healthcare provider, comprising 3 specialist business divisions:LD&A – Learning Disabilities & AutismBespokeTeam Brain InjuryThis role sits within our LD&A family, and you will besupported by an experienced hands-on Manager.We worktogether in a wide variety of locations tosupport adults and children with complex care needs, and a range of both physical and mental disabilities. We are person-centred and the needs of the people wesupport are at the heart of everything we do.Our teams are passionate about working in close partnership with the people we support to provide outstanding, tailored care that promotes empowerment, and do everything possible to help our clients to access new experiences.What next?If you have the skills and experience listed above for this role, please pop us over your CV through the job link.We will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail as soon as possible, go through some screening questions with you. Should you be keen to take it further and have the right experience, we will arrange an interview on Teams.acuity care iscommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals.All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.What else do we offer?We do offer additional benefits including:Access to Westfield Rewards - an exclusive rewards website, special offers on all your favourite goods and services from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants, travel companiesAccess to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appointments 24/7 and cashback for health expensesEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP), support helplines and counselling for when you need more support covering mental wellness, finances and relationships to name a few.Blue Light Card discount scheme and Blue Light Card tickets – grab a free ticket to a horse race or comedy show.Further training in NVQ's in Health and Social CareProgression opportunities within the organisationOngoing training and developmentA generous Refer a Friend scheme - receive up to £500!
