Team Leader

Team Leader, The Beach, Clevedon (Supported Living)

Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

Salary £27,492.33 per annum

About the role

An excellent opportunity has arisen within Freeways. We are looking for a new Team Leader to work alongside the Service Manager and Assistant Manager in a Supported Living service in Clevedon. Providing supervision, support and assistance with the running of the service. This position will enable you to gain experience and build up your confidence, skills and competence in care management.

The Team Leader will assist the Manager and support staff:

· with the effective management of the service according to Freeways regulations, policies and procedures, in particular Health and Safety at Work.

· to ensure that appropriate support is provided to individuals in line with agreed support plans, taking into account their independence, choice and dignity.

· to assist in the preparation and organising of assessments, reviews, PCPs and actively participating in these meetings.

· with their development through supervision, staff induction, identifying training needs and arranging as required.

· to support your service in celebrating its successes and the achievements of the people you support.

This exciting opportunity will involve a mixture of office-based hours and support work. There is a requirement for flexible working including evenings, weekends and sleeps.

About you

The ideal candidate will hold a diploma Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or be willing to work towards it and have knowledge of current regulations and legislation regarding care and support, however full training will be provided.

What We’re Looking For:

A flexible and proactive individual with leadership experience

Strong communication and organisational skills

A commitment to providing high-quality support

· Sleep-in duties: Minimum of 1 sleep-in per week required

· Working pattern: Includes working every other weekend

· Driving: A full driving licence is preferred

In return, you will receive:

· Competitive salary

· 28 days annual leave entitlement (including public holidays) pro-rata

· Annual leave entitlement increases up to 35 days with length of service (pro-rata)

· Excellent induction and training

· Opportunity to complete the Level 3 Diploma in Social Care

· Company sick pay

· Company pension scheme

· Life assurance cover of twice your annual salary (subject to rules of the scheme)

· Family friendly/work-life balance policies

· Free DBS check every 3 years

· Occupational health provision

· Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour access to a counselling and legal helpline

About Freeways

Freeways is a local charity that supports adults with learning disabilities. We are a highly regarded provider of supported living and residential services. We are passionate about helping people to become as independent as possible by supporting them to make choices, learn new skills and make links with their local community.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS and Adults Barred List check.

Closing Date: 02 October 2026

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Pay: From £27,492.33 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person