HOURS: 40 PER WEEK (24 HOURS DIRECT CARE, 16 HOURS OFFICE-BASED)

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Team Leader to join our growing team in Harrogate. This is a blended role combining hands-on support with operational leadership. You’ll lead a team of dedicated Personal Assistants (PAs) in delivering high-quality, person-centred care for an individual with autism and a learning disability in their own home.
This isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a meaningful difference every day. With a competitive salary, the opportunity to shape a team, and the satisfaction of improving someone’s quality of life, this is a role for someone ready to lead from the front.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Availability for flexible working, including alternate weekends and on-call.
• Prior experience in a care/support role, ideally with autism or learning disabilities.
• A commitment to person-centred care and inclusive practice.

• Deliver person-centred care with respect, dignity, and compassion.
• Support daily routines, community activities, and holidays.
• Follow and contribute to care plans and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate records and effective communication.
• Supervise, mentor, and appraise a team of PAs.
• Deliver feedback and guide professional development.
• Lead by example in care delivery and team culture.
• Manage rotas, absence, holidays, and team wellbeing.
• Ensure team compliance with training and policy requirements.
• Ensure care plans and risk assessments are current and effective.
• Attend reviews and liaise with families and professionals.
• Uphold all CQC and Brightening Lives standards.
• Contribute to policies and procedures.
• Oversee health and safety, medicines management, and infection control.
• Confidently use electronic systems for records and scheduling.
• Take part in a shared on-call rota for 24/7 service continuity.