Brent Council are currently seeking an experienced Team Leader to join their Day Services team on an interim basis. This is a fantastic chance to support a highly respected local authority and lead services that make a real impact in the community.
Key Responsibilities
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Service Delivery & Staff Management
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Ensure adequate staffing levels and effective supervision to maintain a safe, caring, and responsive service for service users, families, and representatives.
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Maintain high-quality standards, ensuring the service meets legislative requirements, best practice guidance, and operates within available resources.
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Quality & Compliance
- Ensure community-based care services meet quality benchmarks and adhere to all statutory and organisational policies.
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Activity Planning
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Initiate, plan, and develop a variety of educational, vocational, and recreational activities for individuals with:
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Learning disabilities
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Physical disabilities
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Autism
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Challenging behaviour
Essential Requirements
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NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent/higher).
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Proven experience working with adults presenting challenging behaviour.
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Experience in managing, supervising, or leading staff teams.
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Experience supervising financial and operational functions within a day-care or community setting.
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Strong background in staff supervision, including setting and monitoring individual performance targets.
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Demonstrated experience in creating and managing staff rotas, accounting for team circumstances and service needs
