Acting Care Team Leader - Blackburn

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Job Description

Lead with Purpose. Make a Meaningful Impact. Grow with Lifeways.

6 month Fixed-Term Contract

Are you an experienced Support Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Lifeways is offering an exciting fixed-term opportunity to become a Team Leader across two welcoming supported living services in Blackburn, Lancashire. This is an acting role to cover maternity leave, where you'll work alongside our Service Managers to lead dedicated teams, delivering life-enhancing support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and mental health conditions.

Your Role as a Leader Who Inspires

• Lead and motivate Support Workers to deliver high-quality, consistent support
• Promote independence and wellbeing in every aspect of care
• Support individuals with daily living, appointments, hobbies, and community engagement
• Maintain accurate records and ensure personalised support plans are followed
• Conduct staff supervisions, interviews, and ongoing development
• Communicate effectively with staff, people we support, families, and external professionals

About the Services in Blackburn

Lifeways offers a variety of supported living environments in Blackburn, including shared houses, bungalows, and self-contained apartments. These homes are designed to promote independence and community involvement, with many featuring assistive technology to enhance daily living.

Our services are tailored to each individual's needs, with support plans developed collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals, and local authorities. The goal is to empower people to live ordinary, independent, and fulfilling lives through extraordinary support.

Blackburn is a vibrant town with excellent transport links, cultural attractions, and green spaces. Residents benefit from proximity to:

• Local shops and healthcare facilities
• Community centres offering activity programmes
• Libraries with free digital resources
• Public parks, gyms, and leisure centres
• Experience as a Team Leader, Senior Support Worker, or Support Worker with a strong track record
• NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) is advantageous
• Strong communication, written, and IT skills
• A commitment to empowering others and leading by example

What You Bring

Shift Patterns

Full-time: 37.5 hours per week

Shifts between 8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Sunday

Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the people we support across both services

Feeling Valued in Your Career

At Lifeways, your contributions matter. You'll be part of a team that recognises your efforts, celebrates your achievements, and creates space for your ideas to shape the way we support others.

Being Supported Every Step of the Way

We invest in your growth and wellbeing through structured development, funded qualifications, and a culture of continuous learning. You'll be supported by colleagues and leaders who care about your success.

What We Offer

• Over £2,000 in annual rewards and benefits
• Funded Health and Social Care qualifications
• Free DBS check
• Cycle to Work Scheme (up to £1,000)
• Gym discounts (save up to £192/year)
• Eye care and health cash plans
• 10% discount at B&Q for all team members
• Access to the Blue Light Card
• £200 for every successful employee referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid training days per year
• Access to apprenticeships and further qualifications

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We believe in equal access to opportunities and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to make an impact. Our inclusive culture is guided by our core values: Caring, Honest, One Team, Innovative, Courageous, and Equal (CHOICE).

Apply Today

Join Lifeways and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. Take the next step in your care career - we're excited to meet you!