Team Coordinator job at Kirknewton Full Time

Team Coordinator – Kirknewton Service

£30,277.50 per Annum

Full Time, Permanent – 39 hours per week

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We are seeking an experienced Team Coordinator to join our dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role within Supported Living service in Kirknewton, overseeing support for approximately 7 individuals.

You will be carrying out leadership duties as well as providing person centred care to the people we support.

About the Role

As Team Coordinator, you will:

• Lead and support staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred care to people with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, autism, challenging behaviour, and mobility needs.
• Manage day-to-day operations including staff rotas, risk assessments, audits, and compliance with health and safety.
• Supervise, mentor and develop Support Workers, undertaking appraisals and performance management.
• Ensure our Person-Centred Support and Enablement model of care is embedded throughout the service.
• Liaise with social workers, families and external agencies to achieve the best outcomes for the people we support.
• Deputise for the Service Manager when required.
• Supporting with on-call duties

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while supporting a committed team.

About You

• SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care – Essential
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role within a social care setting – Essential
• Proven supervisory and leadership experience with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and effective relationships.
• Professional, resilient and adaptable, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding and organisational values.
• Driver with access to a vehicle – Essential

What We Offer

We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 28 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro-rata)
• Accredited training and ongoing development
• Employer contributory pension scheme

Additional benefits include:

• Health Cash Plan (available for full and part-time staff)
• £10,000 Life Cover
• Employee Assistance Programme, including medical and counselling support
• Discounts through our Reward Gateway platform
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial wellbeing support
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Staff recognition initiatives
• Access to the Blue Light discount programme

Ready to Apply?

Join Real Life Options Group, a values-driven organisation committed to inclusion, empowerment, and high-quality support.

Please note that initial contact will usually be made by email, so check your inbox and junk/spam folders regularly.

We are an equal opportunities employer. If you have a disability, medical condition, or learning difficulty that may affect your performance during selection, we are happy to make reasonable adjustments. Let us know how we can support you.

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