Team Leader - Female in Cheltenham inCheltenham PUBLISHED THU 23 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
£32,760 per year
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Acuity Care Group rftBcngaq
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Team Leader - Female Job details Posting date: 23 October 2025 Salary: £32,760 per year Additional salary information: Competitive Hours: Full time Closing date: 21 November 2025 Location: Cheltenham, GL52 5NA Company: Acuity Care Group Job type: Permanent Job reference: acuity/AC/56026/12Apply for this job Summary Team Leader – Female - Cheltenham 36 hours per week | Permanent | Must hold a full UK Driving Licence | £32,760 per annum We are looking for a confident and experienced Team Leader to manage a dedicated support package in Cheltenham.This is a blended role, combining 12 hours of off-rota leadership and management duties with 24 hours of direct support each week. You’ll oversee and develop a team of support workers, ensuring consistent, high-quality care is delivered for an individual living in their own home. This person lives with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, FND, and Gastroparesis, but this does not define them. More interestingly they have a passion for rehoming vintage treasures, creative projects, and gardening.Your leadership will ensure the team supports them to enjoy life to the fullest while keeping care safe, consistent, and person-centred. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management (12 hours per week, off rota) Lead and supervise a team of support workers, providing guidance, coaching, and feedback. Manage staff performance, training compliance, and professional development. Oversee rotas, care plans, risk assessments, and accurate record keeping. Uphold CQC standards and organisational policies, ensuring safe and compliant practice. Run regular team meetings, lead debriefs after incidents, and escalate to CCMs when required. Direct Support (24 hours per week, on rota) Work alongside your team to deliver safe, personalised support. Promote and enable enriching activities that reflect individual interests and goals. Model best practice and embed a strong person-centred culture in daily care. Build positive relationships with the individual and their family to support continuity of care. About You Previous leadership experience within health and social care. Strong knowledge of Complex Care, managing multiple allergies, Supporting behaviours perceived as challenging and mental health support. Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the confidence to make decisions and manage risk. Based locally in Cheltenham (or nearby), with a full UK driving licence. About Acuity Care Group With nearly 20 years of experience, Acuity Care Group employs over 900 colleagues across three specialist divisions: Learning Disabilities & Autism (LD&A) Bespoke Team Brain Injury As Team Leader, you’ll balance leading your team and providing direct support – ensuring outstanding care and making a real difference to someone’s life every day. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2, Schedule 9, Part 1.Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the people we support, we can only accept applications fromfemales for this position.
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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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