Care Team Leader

About the role

As a Care Team Leader at Consensus, you will guide a dedicated team to deliver high‑quality support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. You will ensure that daily care activities are person‑centred, safe and empowering.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and supervise a team of care staff on a 24‑hour residential setting.
• Plan and oversee personalised activities, leisure outings and community engagement for service users.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, safeguarding and regulatory standards.
• Facilitate effective communication, adapting approaches to each individual's needs.
• Monitor and record care delivery, reporting any concerns to senior management.

Required profile

• Previous experience in the social care sector as a Mental Health Support Worker, Care Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Care Assistant.
• Understanding of the needs of people with learning disabilities, autism or complex needs.
• Ability to lead a team, organise shifts and manage day‑to‑day operations.
• Commitment to promoting an inclusive, respectful environment.

Required skills

• Knowledge of safeguarding and health‑and‑safety procedures.
• Experience with person‑centred care planning.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate (£13.86‑£14.16) with a clear career ladder.
• Training, qualifications and a 3‑day online induction.
• Life assurance, Wagestream access, Blue Light Discount Card.
• Employee Assistance Programme, confidential counselling and wellbeing support.