Team Leader – Shinewater Court
Location: Eastbourne, East SussexSalary: £14.21 per hour with a 50p Market Enhancement Mon-Fri £15.21 per hour with a 50p Market Enhancement Sat & SunHours: 40 hours per weekContract: Full-time
Make a Difference Every Day with Brainkind
Are you an experienced care professional looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for delivering exceptional, person-centred care and supporting others to achieve greater independence?
Brainkind is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Team Leader to join our team at Shinewater Court in Eastbourne.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality care and support, leading a committed team of Support Workers and making a meaningful difference to the lives of people living with complex physical and neurological disabilities.
About Brainkind
Brainkind is a leading UK charity specialising in the rehabilitation and support of people living with acquired brain injuries and complex neurological conditions.
Through our network of specialist rehabilitation centres, hospitals and community-based services, we provide expert, person-centred care that helps individuals rebuild their lives, regain independence and achieve their personal goals.
Our multidisciplinary teams support people affected by a wide range of neurological conditions and injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, stroke and other complex conditions that can significantly impact everyday life.
At Brainkind, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live as independently and meaningfully as possible. Our approach focuses on empowering the people we support, promoting choice and dignity, and helping individuals achieve the best possible quality of life.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud of our collaborative, supportive working environment, where colleagues share a commitment to delivering outstanding care and making a lasting difference.
About Shinewater Court
Located in Eastbourne, Shinewater Court provides specialist accommodation and personalised support for adults living with a range of physical and neurological disabilities.
The service supports individuals with conditions including cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida and disabilities resulting from accidents, stroke or other neurological injuries.
Our focus is on creating a safe, welcoming and homely environment where individuals are encouraged to develop their independence, maintain important life skills and participate in meaningful activities within their community.
Working closely with individuals, their families and healthcare professionals, our team delivers tailored support that reflects each person's needs, preferences and aspirations.
As a Team Leader, you will play an important role in ensuring that everyone at Shinewater Court receives compassionate, consistent and high-quality support.
About the Role
As a Team Leader, you will provide day-to-day leadership, guidance and supervision to a team of Support Workers, ensuring that care is delivered to the highest standards and in accordance with individual support plans.
You will lead by example, promoting a positive, person-centred culture while ensuring that the service operates safely, effectively and in line with Brainkind's policies and regulatory requirements.
Combining hands-on care with leadership responsibilities, you will help create an environment where both the people we support and your colleagues can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Team Development
Lead, motivate and supervise a designated team of Support Workers, promoting a positive and supportive working environment.
Provide regular supervision, performance feedback, coaching and development opportunities.
Support the recruitment, induction and ongoing training of new and existing team members.
Organise staff rotas, annual leave and training to maintain safe staffing levels and appropriate skill…