Team Leader - Healthcare sectorPay rate: £15.18 per hour (weekly and monthly pay available)Shift pattern:18 hours on rota and 18 hours off rota - Shifts 8:00am - 20:00pm & 20:00pm - 8:00amYou must be a driver with access to your own vehicle.We’re looking for an enthusiastic and resilient Team Leader to join a mixed‑gender team providing 2:1 support to an adult in Chesterfield. This individual has mild learning disabilities, a schizophrenic personality disorder, ADHD, and other mental health needs, and may at times present with physically challenging behaviours.They love the outdoors especially camping in the woods, along with fitness, music, and visiting local pubs. We’re seeking someone who can genuinely connect with them while offering consistent, structured support.What the role involvesSupporting daily living tasks while promoting independenceAssisting with financial management (all spending requests go through the team, which can be challenging)Encouraging healthy routines, boundaries, and positive decision‑makingSupporting mental health needs and responding appropriately to challenging behavioursBuilding rapport through shared interests such as music, fitness, or social activitiesTeam leader dutiesWhat we’re looking forCalm, resilient, and consistent in your approachNon‑judgemental and supportive, even when the person makes unwise or risky choicesAble to mentor and guide someone with impulsive or challenging behavioursPassionate about helping people build structure, confidence, and independenceSomeone who can engage on a personal level through shared hobbies or interestsEssential experienceExperience as a Team leader within the healthcare sectorPrevious work within mental health services, particularly with personality disordersExperience supporting people with learning disabilitiesBackground in managing or guiding individuals with risky or impulsive behavioursWho we areacuity 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.Benefits:Westfield Rewards: Discounts with 1,000+ leading retailers, restaurants, and travel brandsWestfield Health Cash Plan: Includes 24/7 GP access and cashback on healthcare costs.Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for wellbeing, finances, and relationshipsBlue Light Card: Access to discounts and free event ticketsAcuity Academy: Ongoing training, qualifications, and professional developmentClear career progression opportunities within the organisationRefer a Friend Scheme: Earn up to £500.Our CARE values are at the heart of everything we do:Compassionate. Accountable. Respectful. Empowering.At Acuity Care Group, CARE isn't just a set of values, it's the way we work every day.acuity care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.
