via Indeed · 18 September 2026 ·1 day ago

Team Leader

Autonomy Care Group
Melksham Full-time
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Autonomy Care supports people in their day\-to\-day lives, helping them to enjoy the comfort and familiarity of their own homes while ensuring that their care and wellbeing needs are met, 24 hours a day.

Locations we cover: Melksham, Calne, Chippenham, Devizes, Trowbridge, Warminster, Westbury, and surrounding areas. A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is a must!

Are you passionate about delivering quality care and helping others reach their full potential? Do you have the drive to lead a fantastic team, inspire greatness, and make a real difference? If so, we’d love to meet you! We are looking for a Team Leader who’s ready to lead by example and create a positive impact on both the lives of the people we support and the team you’ll be guiding.

What you will do as a Team Leader:

· Lead, Coach \& Inspire: Mentor your team to deliver outstanding care

· Supportive Supervision: Carry out regular supervisions for the Support Worker team.

· Team Coverage: Step in to cover shifts and ensure smooth operations when team members are absent.

· Medication Management: Conduct medication audits and supervise staff with safe dispensing practices.

· Onboarding \& Inductions: Help welcome and train new team members

· On\-call Leadership: Take part in the on\-call rota, including weekends, to ensure continuous support.

Join us and you can expect:

  • Weekday Days £13\.50 per hour

  • Weekday Evenings £14\.50 per hour

  • Weekend Days up to £14\.50 per hour

  • Weekend Evenings up to £15\.50 per hour

  • Bank Holiday (Time and a half)

  • Paid business mileage (45p for cars)

  • Holiday top\-up payments made for regular over time (T\&C's)

  • Sleep in rate £80\.19 per night

  • Employee welfare and wellbeing initiatives

  • Employee referral bonus where you can earn up to £300 when you recommend someone who joins the team.

  • Opportunity to make a genuine difference in people’s lives — a truly meaningful role.

  • Access to Blue Light Card discounts, giving you savings on shopping, travel, entertainment and more.

  • Confidential 24/7 Support Line — Access professional advice and emotional support whenever you need it

  • ‘Good’ grading CQC bonus £125 per inspection. £250 for an ‘Outstanding’ rating.

  • Comprehensive induction programme including face\-to\-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period.

  • Your development matters to us. From your first day through every stage of your journey, we provide the training, guidance and opportunities you need to progress.

  • Long\-service rewards to celebrate your commitment

  • *5 Years: £100*

  • *10 Years: £250*

  • *15 Years: £500*

  • *20 Years: £1000*
Team Leader Shifts:

· 40 hours per week, various shifts.

· Must be willing to work alternate weekends.

Key Skills Required:

  • NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

  • Strong numeracy, literacy and computer skills,

  • Broad knowledge of Learning Disabilities and other related conditions

  • Participating in on call essential
Other roles you may have worked in Senior Support Worker / Care Assistant / Care Worker / Carer / HCA / Community Care Worker / Domiciliary Care Worker / Health Care Assistant / Home Care Support Worker

Safeguarding Commitment
We prioritise the safety and well\-being of everyone who uses our services and support safe recruitment practices. It’s important to share any relevant information in your application, as this helps us ensure a safe environment for all. If you have a conviction that does not pose a risk to vulnerable individuals, we are open to discussing your application further during the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunities Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of their sex, religious beliefs, political opinions, race, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender reassignment status.

We are proud to be a disability confident employer and committed to mental health at work.

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: £13\.50\-£15\.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40\.0 per week

Application question(s):

  • Do you require sponsorship?
Licence/Certification:
  • Driving Licence (required)

  • NVQ Level 3 Health \& Social Care (required)
Work Location: In person

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