Team Leader - Horsham

Job Description

Team Leader – Specialist Neurorehabilitation

Kerwin Court, Horsham35 hours per weekUp to £15.21 per hour + £1.00 per hour location allowance

Lead a team that changes lives every day.

Are you an experienced Senior Support Worker or Team Leader looking to take the next step in your career within specialist neurological rehabilitation?

At Brainkind, you'll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team supporting adults with acquired brain injuries, helping them regain independence, rebuild confidence and achieve meaningful rehabilitation goals.

Based at Kerwin Court, just outside Broadbridge Heath, you'll work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists and Speech & Language Therapists, delivering person-centred rehabilitation that genuinely transforms lives.

No two days are the same, and every day offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference.

About Brainkind

Brainkind is one of the UK's leading charities specialising in neurological care and rehabilitation.

We support people living with acquired brain injuries resulting from trauma, illness, stroke, neurological conditions and other complex needs. Through expert assessment, rehabilitation and long-term support, we empower the people we support to maximise their independence and achieve the goals that matter most to them.

Across our services you'll find passionate, supportive colleagues who genuinely care about the people they support and each other.

About Kerwin Court

Kerwin Court provides specialist residential neurorehabilitation for adults with acquired brain injuries in a welcoming, community-based environment.

Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to deliver personalised rehabilitation programmes, supporting people to develop everyday living skills, build confidence and safely access their local community.

As Team Leader, you'll play a key role in ensuring high-quality care whilst supporting and developing the Rehabilitation Support Worker team.

The Role

As a Team Leader, you'll provide day-to-day leadership, supervision and guidance to a team of Rehabilitation Support Workers, ensuring the highest standards of care are delivered at all times.

Working closely with clinical colleagues and service management, you'll help create a positive, supportive environment where both the people we support and your team can thrive.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys leading by example, developing others and making a genuine impact within specialist neurological rehabilitation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and motivate a team of Rehabilitation Support Workers.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred care is delivered in line with individual rehabilitation plans.
• Promote independence, choice and positive outcomes for the people we support.
• Support staff through regular supervision, coaching and development.
• Maintain high standards of professional practice and person-centred care.
• Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to support rehabilitation goals.
• Support compliance with Brainkind policies, quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to incident reporting, safeguarding and health & safety processes.
• Build positive relationships with families, professionals and external stakeholders.
• Support other services within the division where required.

About You

We're looking for someone who is passionate about delivering exceptional care whilst supporting and inspiring others.

You'll ideally have:

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to achieve this within 12 months).
• Previous experience working within a care, support or rehabilitation environment.
• Experience supervising or leading a team, or be ready to step into your first leadership role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A flexible, organised and proactive approach.
• Knowledge of relevant care legislation, safeguarding and health & safety requirements.
• A genuine passion for supporting people to achieve greater independence.

Why Join Brainkind?

At Brainkind, you'll become part of a supportive organisation that values compassion, teamwork and continuous development.

We offer:

• Up to £15.21 per hourplus£1.00 per hour location allowance
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Comprehensive induction, training and ongoing career development
• Company pension scheme
• Group Life Assurance
• Free on-site parking
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Long Service Awards and staff recognition programmes

Apply Today

If you're passionate about leading a team and making a real difference to the lives of people living with acquired brain injuries, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: We review applications and interview on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close once a suitable candidate has been appointed.

Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS checks and three years of employment references.

Brainkind is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Job Details

Pay Type

Hourly

Employment Indicator

Regular

Hiring Min Rate

15.21 GBP

Hiring Max Rate

16.21 GBP