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We are supporting a specialist provider based in Taunton, Somerset with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Team Leader to work within a supported living setting to provide support to young adults presenting with Autism.

This position has a 'genuine occupational requirement' covered under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 and therefore only applications from females are requested.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week across a mixture of shifts.. Previous experience is essential and you must have your NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care. Our client can promise a nurturing and supportive environment so if you are already an established team leader, our client may be able to offer progression into a managerial role.

Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying up to £30,000 per year.

As a Team Leader your main responsibilities will include:

* Manage the medication system, ordering through to administration.

* Ensure care plans and risk assessments are accurate and up to date and meet the needs of the individual.

* Supervise and lead a team of support workers, carrying out supervisions and appraisals if required.

* Support service users in accordance with their needs and wishes as detailed in their person-centred support plans.

* Demonstrate a commitment to the Safeguarding of Adults and to recognise and report any disclosure, suspicion or evidence of harm, risk of harm, abuse, or neglect.

* Support service users to remain as active and healthy as possible.

* Attend training, including induction training, team meetings and individual supervisions.

* Support service users in all aspects of their daily living, such as shopping, cooking and domestic.

* Support service users to live an active lifestyle.

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Scott Austin.

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