Team leader - Autism Team
Lead a values-led team. Support people to live independently. Shape a service you’re proud of.
Ready to lead in a way that truly makes it real? If you’re passionate about empowering people to live the life they choose, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us deliver support that reflects what really matters.
Sunderland Care and Support is one of the largest providers of social care services within the North East delivering a range of service on behalf of Sunderland City Council. We provide person centred innovate services that improve the lives of the people we serve.
Our mission is to provide customers with the care and support they need to live happy, healthy and successful lives.
We value all our staff and believe investing in them through training and development forms the foundation to deliver excellence in care. A job with us not only makes a difference to our customers lives but can also be lifechanging for you.
Reporting to a Service Manager you will lead, manage and supervise a team delivering care and support in accordance with standards and legislation. In addition, you will oversee the development and implementation of care plans that are designed to provide meaningful choice and support to those in need of care so they can access services to help them lead the life they want.
We are looking Team Leaders who will instil a culture of continuous workforce development through induction, probation, supervision and appraisal, as well as working in partnership with other professionals to ensure customers receive support which is designed to meet their needs.
About the role
This role is about creating the conditions where people can thrive in their own homes and communities—supported by staff who listen, respect, and enable independence. You’ll also build a team culture where colleagues work in partnership and focus on strengths, not limitations.
As a Team Leader, you’ll help make these statements a reality every single day:
What we offer you
Following our shortlisting process, we will contact candidates to arrange an appropriate time to carry out a face to face interview.
If you are successful following the interview process appointments will be made subject to two satisfactory references and DBS check.
Please note applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
For more information on Sunderland Care and Support, please visit our website;
https://sunderlandcareandsupport.co.uk
Ready to lead in a way that truly makes it real? If you’re passionate about empowering people to live the life they choose, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us deliver support that reflects what really matters.
Sunderland Care and Support is one of the largest providers of social care services within the North East delivering a range of service on behalf of Sunderland City Council. We provide person centred innovate services that improve the lives of the people we serve.
Our mission is to provide customers with the care and support they need to live happy, healthy and successful lives.
We value all our staff and believe investing in them through training and development forms the foundation to deliver excellence in care. A job with us not only makes a difference to our customers lives but can also be lifechanging for you.
Reporting to a Service Manager you will lead, manage and supervise a team delivering care and support in accordance with standards and legislation. In addition, you will oversee the development and implementation of care plans that are designed to provide meaningful choice and support to those in need of care so they can access services to help them lead the life they want.
We are looking Team Leaders who will instil a culture of continuous workforce development through induction, probation, supervision and appraisal, as well as working in partnership with other professionals to ensure customers receive support which is designed to meet their needs.
About the role
This role is about creating the conditions where people can thrive in their own homes and communities—supported by staff who listen, respect, and enable independence. You’ll also build a team culture where colleagues work in partnership and focus on strengths, not limitations.
As a Team Leader, you’ll help make these statements a reality every single day:
- “I have choice and control over my life.”
- “I live in a place I call home.”
- “I am supported by people who know me, respect me and listen to me.”
- “We work in partnership.”
- “We support people to live the life they want.”
- “We focus on strengths, not limitations.”
What we offer you
- A values-driven organisation committed to TLAP and REACH principles.
- Ongoing training, development and leadership opportunities.
- Supportive management and a strong wellbeing culture.
- Opportunities to shape service development and quality improvement.
- A role where you can genuinely change lives—and see the impact every day.
- We pay for your DBS check
- Designated rota patterns including days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays
- 26 days annual leave entitlement rising to 31 days with 5 years continuous service, excluding bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- A positive, supportive and rewarding working environment
- Occupational Health and wellbeing support
- Access to car lease and Cycle to Work scheme and discounts on local theatre and sporting events and Blue Light Card and Company Shop supermarket.
Following our shortlisting process, we will contact candidates to arrange an appropriate time to carry out a face to face interview.
If you are successful following the interview process appointments will be made subject to two satisfactory references and DBS check.
Please note applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
For more information on Sunderland Care and Support, please visit our website;
https://sunderlandcareandsupport.co.uk
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Salary range
- £32,046 - £34,811 per year