The Donaldson Trust
The Donaldson Trust

Charity registered in Scotland SC017417

We are Scotland's leading charity for neurodiversity.

Current vacancies

Adult Services Team Leader

  • Full time
  • £31,960
  • On site: Linlithgow, West Lothian
  • Closing 13th April 2026

Are you an experienced Team Leader who supports continual improvement driving to practice excellence? Are you passionate about providing the best quality support for those in your care?

If yes, then we have the perfect role for you!

We are looking to appoint a Team Leader within our Adult Services here at Donaldsons. Focussing on the day-to-day delivery of the Treehouse service; a specialised service for neurodivergent adults who require bespoke support in wellbeing and learning.

You will have an SVQ in Health & Social Care, and a willingness to work towards becoming a Care Inspectorate Registered Manager. You will also have a working knowledge of Health and Social Care Standards and the SSSC Codes of Practice and experience in leading a team.

Experienced working in partnership with parents, carers and multi-disciplinary teams to develop robust Personal Support Plans, as well as overseeing the effective evaluation of supported people’s journeys and personal outcomes, ensuring needs are being met to the highest of standards.

You will align with our purpose, values and attributes of being professional, dependable, collaborative, curious and adaptable and if you are able use and/or understand Makaton, that is a bonus!

What we offer?

• An opportunity to work in a values-led, inclusive environment where our supported peoples’ wellbeing is at the heart of decision making

• Ongoing professional development including accessing training such as Makaton, and mental health and wellbeing

• Being part of a team with a strong culture of support and reflective practice

• A meaningful opportunity to make a long-lasting difference to people we support

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