Team Leader

Are you compassionate, caring & warm?

Do you enjoy helping others meet their full potential in life?

Do you have leadership skills?

**The Home**

Braefield Court is located in the idyllic village of Connor; it is a newly built facility which opened its doors in November 2022. The service consists of 7 bedrooms, it has really been built with our residents at the heart of it, and specifically tailored to meet the needs of adults living with Learning Disabilities, Autism, and Complex Needs. Our residents have the opportunity to access local areas for horse riding, cycling, cinema, eateries, all with staff support 24 hours per day. Braefield Court’s team won the Innovative Practice Award at the Independent Health and Care Providers Awards, which was not only a triumph for the team, but an underpinning of how initiative and commitment within the team and to our residents has made an incredible difference to people’s lives.

**The Role**

In our Learning Disability services, the role of a Team Leader is indispensable. The Team Leader is a guiding force behind a compassionate and dedicated care team, ensuring that our residents receive the highest level of care and support with a positive behaviour, person centred approach.

The Team Leader leads by example, promoting a culture of respect and inclusion where each resident is valued as an individual with unique needs and preferences.

Leading the care team, they provide support, empowering the team to deliver person-centred care that promotes independence, choice and dignity. Through their leadership, they not only enhance the well-being of residents but create a positive and nurturing environment where both residents and team members can thrive.

**About The Role**

**Main Responsibilities**
- Build a positive and supportive rapport with residents, putting their rights, dignity and choice at the centre of all care delivery.
- Plan and implement with the senior team, individual programmes of care.
- Work with the care team to meet the daily care needs of residents, providing a high standard of care.
- Oversee the Care Assistants ensuring care is provided in a safe environment through participation in learning and development programmes. Examples of this are, Safety Intervention Training, Understanding and Implementing Positive Behaviour Support, Implementing Active Support, Reflective Practice Sessions and Understanding your role in Safeguarding.
- Understanding of individual risk assessment management plans and how to ensure these are implemented safely and with a person’s human rights at the centre.
- Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as by the designated manager.

**Benefits**
- Paid annual leave
- The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company
- 4 weekly pay
- Continuous professional development and training
- Values-led culture
- Overtime available at an enhanced rate
- Opportunities for progression
- Pension plan (if applicable)
- Attractive hourly rate
- Access NI
- NISCC reimbursed after qualifying period
- Uniforms and PPE supplied
- Monthly incentives and recognition awards
- Free parking

**Required Criteria**
- QCF Level 3 or above and/or equivalent in Health and Social care
- The Right to Work in the UK
- A good standard of written and oral English
- Previous experience working in a care or support environment for people with learning disability and mental health
- At least 2 years’ experience working in a regulated care or support environment

**Desired Criteria**
- Previous experience supervising staff/ team

**Skills Needed**

**About The Company**

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.

Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.

**Company Culture**

We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance.

Our passionate, ever-growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.

Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we’d love to have you join the team.

**Company Benefits**

Healthcare Ireland Group is not just a workplace; it's a community where your work has a purpose, and your contributions are valued.

If you're passionate about making a difference and are seeking a rewarding career in healthca