Community Support Leader

We are seeking a full time Community Support Leader to join a well-established and committed team in Thera East

This position is to manage a team delivering complex support to adults with Learning disabilities within a community setting, in a supported living capacity.

Thera is unique, we are led by people with a learning disability.

Our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.

 As a Community Support Leader, you will support your Operational Manager and be responsible for managing a number of teams providing support care to people with learning disability. You will ensure compliance with Care Quality Commission and other regulatory bodies, ensure best practice and coach the team to do the same. This role is key to ensuring our service meets the needs of our supports and our organisational vision. 

Who are we looking for?

The successful applicant must have previous experience in the supported living industry, supporting individuals with a learning disability. Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment, have the desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!

• Experience in managing, supervising or team coordination in Supported living
• A strong knowledge of the Care Quality Commission and CQC Regulations
• Be caring and Confident Computer literate Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Articulate, and professional
• Be able to manage budgets, show initiative and be comfortable when it comes to problem solving. 

What are the Benefits?

• Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities
• Flexible working hours for work life balance
• Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)
• 33 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays (pro Rata)
• Employee support line to support you and your family
• Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Free DBS check
• Refer a friend and earn up to £300
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Well-being initiatives
• Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan
• An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work