Team Leader

About the role

Job Role: Team Leader 

Hours:  37.5 Hours a week | 5 x 7.5 hour shifts 

Pay Rate:  £16.32 per hour | £31,831 per annum

Location:  St Joseph's Home, Blundell Avenue, Formby, L37 1PH

Ready to lead a team that makes a real difference every day?  

What We’re Looking For: 

• At least 3 years’ experience working in a similar care environment. 
• A NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
• An understanding of the needs of people with a learning disability and the person centred approach. 
• The ability to manage, support, and motivate staff teams to ensure high standards of care and effective teamwork across all shifts
• Eligibility to Work in the UK: You must be eligible to work in the UK. Frances Taylor Foundation does not offer sponsorship or work visas. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.

About Us: 

The Frances Taylor Foundation has a long history of providing personalised, person-centred care. We operate across Liverpool, Merseyside, Brighton & Hove, and Greater London. We pride ourselves on our innovative services and our commitment to improving the lives of those we support. If you share our values, we’d love to have you on board. 

About the Role: 

As a Team Leader, you’ll join a committed team of Support Workers delivering high-quality care and support. This pivotal role involves:

• Supporting the Service Manager in promoting the physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of residents
• Delivering person-centred care that maintains residents’ independence, dignity, and active involvement in daily life
• Providing companionship and encouragement through meaningful engagement and positive interactions
• Leading and supporting staff to deliver safe, high-quality care in line with organisational policies, safeguarding standards, and regulatory requirements
• Ensuring the safety and protection of residents by recognising, reporting, and responding to safeguarding concerns in line with policy
• Taking responsibility for the day-to-day running of the service in the Service Manager’s absence, ensuring full compliance with Frances Taylor Foundation policies and procedures

About St. Josephs Care Home:

St. Joseph's Home specialises in supporting people with profound and multiple learning disabilities who have complex health care needs. Our facility features beautiful, secure grounds, and three sensory rooms with state-of-the-art multi-sensory equipment. Residents can personalise their bedrooms and enjoy a variety of activities, including social clubs, music therapy, a sensory garden, and reminiscence sessions. We also support community outings to Liverpool City Centre for concerts and the local village for shopping and dining with family and friends.

We have a "Good" rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC), reflecting our commitment to a person-centred approach that uses intensive interaction to facilitate communication. Our goal is to create a warm and supportive environment where each person feels valued, loved, and cared for. We aim to "Make it Happen" by focusing on dignity, respect, and continual improvement.

Why Join Us? We truly care about our staff and offer a range of excellent benefits: 

• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• £750 recommend-a-friend bonus.
• Comprehensive company sick pay scheme
• Pension contributions.
• 28 days annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme.

“I have worked with the Frances Taylor Foundation for over three years and can honestly say this is the best organisation I have worked for.” – Current Employee