Free Physiotherapy and Occupational Health
24/7 Access to Employee Assistance Programme
Non-contributory Life Assurance Scheme
Workplace Pension
Free physiotherapy
Discount opportunities
Christmas savings scheme
Salary £32,711 per annum
Location Cowdenbeath, Fife
Expiry 18/06/2026 23:59
This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in 12 days at 23:59 BST.
The Vacancy
Quarriers is recruiting a Female Team Leader for our Cowdenbeath Adult Supported Living Service in Fife. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team as we move towards a new digital care planning system.
*This post is female applicants only under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 due to the nature of the support required.
About the Role
This is a 39‑hour post, worked over 5 days out of 7, including every second weekend and participation in the on‑call rota.
You’ll work closely with:
- The Project Manager
- One other Team Leader
- Our Admin Assistant
- Support Workers and Relief Support Workers across the service
Being a driver with access to your own vehicle is essential, as you will be supporting individuals across multiple locations.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting the Project Manager with service development and day‑to‑day operations
- Leading, supervising and guiding staff teams
- Supporting recruitment, induction and mentoring of staff
- Ensuring financial procedures are followed correctly
- Overseeing support plans, reviews, risk assessments and reporting
- Promoting strong communication and supporting positive change
- Maintaining Health & Safety and Adult Support & Protection requirements
- Building strong relationships with supported individuals, families and professionals
- Deputising for the Project Manager as needed
- Working flexibly across days, evenings, weekends, sleepovers and on‑call
What you’ll bring to the role
- SVQ Level 3 Social Care (or equivalent)
- Willingness to meet SSSC registration requirements
- Background in social care within a values‑led, person‑centred environment
- Confidence in leading and supporting staff
- Ability to communicate well and build strong relationships
- Knowledge of social care frameworks, legislation and best practice
- IT confidence, especially helpful as we move to digital care planning
- Full driving licence (Driver Essential)
- A supportive, positive, solution‑focused approach
What you’ll get
🌱 SVQ qualifications via our accredited centre
🌴Generous leave
📚Training & development opportunities
❤️Opportunity to change lives through meaningful work
👨👩👧Family-friendly policies
🏥Health benefits: HSF cash plans, physio & occupational health
📞Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
🎁£500 refer-a-friend bonus (T&Cs apply)
🛡️Life Assurance & Pension
🚲Cycle to Work scheme
🎟️Access to Concerts for Carers
Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within three months of start date.
Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile.
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Ready to Apply?
We’d love to hear from you. Join us and help lead high‑quality, person‑centred support in Fife.
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Benefits
Free Physiotherapy and Occupational Health
24/7 Access to Employee Assistance Programme
Non-contributory Life Assurance Scheme
Workplace Pension
Savings Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Long Service Rewards
Significant Discount Opportunities
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