Team Leader in Barnsley inBarnsley PUBLISHED TUE 4 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
£30,576.00 per year
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Search Consultancy LTD r0HlzbzGa
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Team Leader Job details Posting date: 04 November 2025 Salary: £30,576.00 per year Hours: Full time Closing date: 04 December 2025 Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 1AA Company: Search Consultancy LTD Job type: Permanent Job reference: Req/675222_1762270996 Apply for this job Summary Team Leader / Senior Support Worker - Supported Living Service Salary: £30,000 per annum Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Service Type: 24/7 Supported Living (Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health, Complex Needs) The pattern is a short week ( x2 days) followed by a long week ( 5 days) Not Agency About the Role We're recruiting for a Team Leader / Senior Support Worker to join an established supported living service providing high-quality, person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities, autism spectrum conditions, mental health needs, and complex behaviours. This role involves leading a small team to ensure the delivery of exceptional care and support across all aspects of daily living. You'll help individuals develop independence, stability, and confidence within a safe and structured environment. You'll be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, supporting and supervising staff, and ensuring each individual receives tailored, person-centred support that promotes dignity, choice, and wellbeing. About the Service The service provides a highly supportive, structured environment for individuals requiring 24-hour care. Each person has their own self-contained apartment designed to promote privacy and independence, with access to shared communal spaces for social and recreational activities. There are also dedicated relaxation areas, creative activity spaces, and communal leisure facilities to encourage engagement, development, and positive wellbeing. The service places a strong emphasis on: * Person-centred practice * Empowerment and independence * Dignity, respect, and high-quality care * Professional growth and staff development What We're Looking For * Previous experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism * Experience in a senior or leadership capacity within a care or supported living environment * Strong communication, organisational, and mentoring skills * A genuine passion for delivering outstanding care and supporting people to achieve their goals * Ideally holds (or is working toward) NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected organisation that values its staff, invests in professional development, and delivers truly person-centred care. If you're an experienced Senior Support Worker or Team Leader looking to take the next step in a rewarding and meaningful career, we'd love to hear from you. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
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To work as a Team Leader in the UK, a combination of interpersonal, organizational, and technical skills is essential. Here are some key skills that are typically required:
1. Leadership Skills: The ability to motivate, inspire, and guide a team towards achieving goals. This includes setting a positive example and fostering team spirit.
2. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are vital for conveying ideas clearly, listening to team members, and facilitating discussions.
3. Interpersonal Skills: Building strong relationships with team members, understanding their needs, and being approachable are significant qualities for a Team Leader.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: The capacity to address challenges and find effective solutions both as they arise and proactively.
5. Organizational Skills: Good time management and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively to ensure team objectives are met.
6. Delegation Skills: Knowing how to allocate tasks based on team members’ strengths and workloads for maximum efficiency.
7. Conflict Resolution Skills: The ability to manage and resolve conflicts within the team in a constructive manner.
8. Adaptability: Being flexible and open to change, and able to manage a variety of tasks in a dynamic work environment.
9. Decision-Making Skills: The ability to make informed decisions quickly, sometimes under pressure.
10. Performance Management: Skills in assessing team performance, providing constructive feedback, and conducting appraisals.
11. Technical Skills: Depending on the industry, specific technical skills or knowledge may be required (e.g., software proficiency, industry-specific knowledge).
12. Coaching and Mentoring: The ability to develop team members’ skills and potential through guidance and support.
13. Cultural Awareness: Understanding and appreciating diversity within the team to foster an inclusive work environment.
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