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Team Leader - Newbiggin by the Sea

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Team Leader - Newbiggin by the Sea
Job Description
Team Leader
Alexandra Park, Newbiggin-by-the-Sea
Are you an experienced care professional looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred support and leading by example?
At Alexandra Park, we're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Team Leader to join our established team, supporting adults with a wide range of abilities and complex needs.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop your leadership skills while making a real difference to the lives of the people we support every day.
About The Role
As a Team Leader, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the service, supporting both colleagues and the individuals who live at Alexandra Park. You will help ensure high standards of care are maintained, promote independence, and deliver person-centred support tailored to individual needs.
We are seeking someone who is compassionate, motivated, and committed to empowering people to live fulfilling and independent lives.
About Alexandra Park
Alexandra Park is a unique service comprising 28 single-occupancy bungalows and a four-bedroom house, all set within extensive grounds in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea.
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The service is designed to support individuals with highly complex needs who may be unable to live with others but benefit from a consistent, skilled support network. Dedicated teams provide support within each bungalow, delivering high-quality care and support throughout a 24-hour period.
What You'll Need
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.
- Experience working within a health and social care setting. Experience supporting individuals with mental health needs would be advantageous.
- An NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Health and Social Care, or a willingness to work towards this qualification.
- Alternatively, a minimum of two years' experience working within the learning disability sector.
- Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.
- A caring, positive and person-centred approach.
What We Offer
We believe our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to supporting your professional and personal development.
Benefits Include
- 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
- Comprehensive paid induction programme leading to a recognised qualification
- Access to award-winning training and development opportunities
- Career progression and ongoing learning support
- NEST pension scheme with salary sacrifice options*
- Tax-free childcare vouchers via salary sacrifice scheme*
- Cycle to Work scheme (available after six months' service)
- Lifeways Rewards, offering discounts and cashback on:
- Supermarkets
- High street retailers
- Cinemas
- Gyms and leisure facilities
- Theme parks and holidays
- And much more
- Option to purchase a Health Cash Plan for dental, optical and therapy costs
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential advice and support
- Recommend a Friend incentive scheme
- Recognition and reward opportunities through My Lifeways


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If you've previously worked in a similar environment, or you're ready to bring your skills, experience and passion to a rewarding leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us make a positive difference to the lives of the people we support at Alexandra Park.
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