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Team Coordinator

REAL LIFE OPTIONS
30,277.5 per year
Kirknewton, West Lothian, United Kingdom
Full-time
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Team Coordinator

Team Coordinator - Kirknewton Service

£30,277.50 per Annum

Full Time, Permanent – 39 hours per week

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We are seeking an experienced Team Coordinator to join our dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role within Supported Living service in Kirknewton, overseeing support for approximately 7 individuals.

You will be carrying out leadership duties as well as providing person centred care to the people we support.

About the Role

As Team Coordinator, you will:

  • Lead and support staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred care to people with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, autism, challenging behaviour, and mobility needs.
  • Manage day-to-day operations including staff rotas, risk assessments, audits, and compliance with health and safety.
  • Supervise, mentor and develop Support Workers, undertaking appraisals and performance management.
  • Ensure our Person-Centred Support and Enablement model of care is embedded throughout the service.
  • Liaise with social workers, families and external agencies to achieve the best outcomes for the people we support.
  • Deputise for the Service Manager when required.
  • Supporting with on-call duties

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while supporting a committed team.

About You

  • SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care – Essential
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role within a social care setting – Essential
  • Proven supervisory and leadership experience with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and effective relationships.
  • Professional, resilient and adaptable, with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding and organisational values.
  • Driver with access to a vehicle – Essential

What We Offer

We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • 28 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro-rata)
  • Accredited training and ongoing development
  • Employer contributory pension scheme

Additional benefits include:

  • Health Cash Plan (available for full and part-time staff)
  • £10,000 Life Cover
  • Employee Assistance Programme, including medical and counselling support
  • Discounts through our Reward Gateway platform
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Financial wellbeing support
  • Refer a Friend bonus scheme
  • Staff recognition initiatives
  • Access to the Blue Light discount programme

 Ready to Apply?

Join Real Life Options Group, a values-driven organisation committed to inclusion, empowerment, and high-quality support.

Please note that initial contact will usually be made by email, so check your inbox and junk/spam folders regularly.

We are an equal opportunities employer. If you have a disability, medical condition, or learning difficulty that may affect your performance during selection, we are happy to make reasonable adjustments. Let us know how we can support you.

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