Team Leader

About the role

Job Introduction

Why this role could be right for you:

At Dignus Group, we create safe, supportive homes for adults with complex needs who may need extra help to live independently and achieve the goals that matter most to them.

Across our services, Dignus Specialist Care and Dignus Support, we provide residential care and supported living for people with autism, mental health needs, learning disabilities, and physical or sensory disabilities.

If you have experience supporting people with complex needs and are ready to step into a leadership role, this is a place where your skills genuinely matter. You'll be joining a supportive team that values you, trusts you and gives you the tools to lead confidently.

This is a rewarding, fast‑paced role where you'll help create a positive, engaging home environment and guide a team to deliver exceptional person‑centred care.

What the role involves

• As a Team Leader, you'll combine hands-on support with leadership responsibilities to deliver high-quality, person-centred care for adults with complex needs.
• Leading shifts and supporting the day-to-day running of the home
• Supporting adults with daily living, routines, community access, and independence goals
• Guiding and motivating the team to deliver the best possible outcomes
• Supporting care plans, risk assessments, medication, and record keeping
• Working closely with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager to maintain high standards
• Providing guidance, support, and direction to Support Workers on shift
• Delegating tasks and leading by example
• Supporting staff development and carrying out supervisions when required
• Deputising for management when needed
• Ensuring the home remains safe, welcoming, and well managed
• Managing incidents appropriately and following safeguarding procedures at all times

Working pattern

This service operates 24/7. You will work any 5 days out of 7 on a rota basis, including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and bank holidays where required.

Flexibility is important, as the needs of the people we support can vary day to day.

What we're looking for

• We welcome applications from experienced Team Leaders, Senior Support Workers ready to step up, and strong care professionals with leadership potential.
• You may be a great fit if you have:
• Experience supporting adults with complex needs
• Previous senior, shift lead, or leadership experience in care
• Confidence leading shifts and supporting team performance
• Strong communication and decision-making skills
• A calm, resilient and person-centred approach
• Good knowledge of safeguarding, care planning and risk management
• Strong record keeping, medication, and auditing skills
• A proactive attitude with the confidence to take ownership
• A genuine passion for helping people and teams thriveA Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care is desirable, but not essential as full paid training and qualifications are provided.
• We welcome everyone
• Dignus Group is a Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and can offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace.
• Important information
• We are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.