Team Leader

at  Camphill Village Trust

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications

• Reasonable general education (evidence of numeracy and literacy).
• Minimum Level 3 Diploma (or working towards), preferred Level 5 in Health and Social care, or equivalent.
• Full Driving licence - Not more than 3 points

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• At least three years previous experience of working within a care or support setting, ideally with adults with additional/complex needs, with at least one year at a more senior level.
• Previous experience of working in anthroposophical organisations providing social care is desirable but not essential
• Working knowledge of person-centred support, positive behaviour approaches and care planning, needs and risk assessment, safeguarding protocols, first line supervision, health and safety, and equalities and human rights essential.
• A sound understanding of the Care Quality Commission regulations and standards, key lines of enquiry and notifications.
• Being supportive of our values and philosophy and our approach to building community is desirable for this role

KEY COMPETENCIES

Respecting and Understanding Others

• Adopt a person-centred approach when working with people who use the Community’s services
• Value others as individuals, treating them with respect and dignity
• Treat others equitably and consistently
• Understand issues from others’ viewpoints and builds an atmosphere of trust and openness
• React to others in a non-judgemental way, tailoring the approach depending on the individual

Working With & Developing Others

• Have a clear belief in the capacity of self and others to succeed
• Provide others with support, assistance and guidance to develop and improve their capabilities
• Continuously develop and learn by actively seeking feedback and development opportunities
• Motivate Practitioners and other colleagues, acts as a mentor and role model
• Work well with others and assists colleagues when they need support
• Promote best practice within the team

Main responsibilities:

• encourage and support the residents to maintain a clean, tidy and welcoming living environment
• where appropriate support the residents to do their own laundry and look after their clothing so they have suitable and clean clothing to wear.
• plan, shop and prepare healthy, balanced and nutritious meals alongside the residents, taking into account their choices and wishes.
• support the residents to maintain health and well-being by assisting them to arrange and attend medical appointments including, annual health checks, chiropody, dentist and optician.
• support and encourage residents to maintain an active and supportive social life, taking into account individual choices and wishes.
• access training, education, meaningful day/evening activities and community resources.
• maintain family contact and are supported to be part of the community.