The successful candidate will play a senior and supervisory role in the operation of our Esmond Street Service: a 22 place supported living project for older people with learning disability and/or complex needs. The successful applicant will have experience of support planning and review systems, and will be in a position to work on a shift-rota basis. She/he will have experience in a supported living setting, the ability to work on their own initiative, and have a positive, empowering and flexible approach to the support of people with learning disabilities. The post requires the successful candidate to be involved in the supervision and development of the staff team; including training, developing systems, mentoring and auditing. She/he should also possess an appropriate qualification, or be willing and able to achieve this within an agreed timescale.

We are looking for staff members who share Enable Glasgow’s values in promoting the rights of individuals with learning disabilities to live fulfilling and meaningful lives.

Our frontline support workers are incredible, caring and talented individuals whose skills are invaluable to supporting the well-being of some of the most vulnerable people in our society.

You will share our passion and commitment to our service users and demonstrate empathy and a strong desire to assist individuals to reach their own potential through a person-centred approach. In return you will have the reward and satisfaction of making a real difference to individual lives and will benefit from the excellent terms and conditions Enable Glasgow offers its employees. You will receive regular and comprehensive training to give you the tools to do your job and will be supported by a committed management team who strive to promote and support professional development.

*Please note that although this post is initially temporary, there is scope for extending this to a permanent role.

Lead with Purpose. Empower People. Make a Difference.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Supported Living Team Leader to join our management team and oversee the day-to-day delivery of high-quality Supported Living services.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader who is passionate about person-centred support and committed to helping people who live with learning and/or physical disabilities achieve positive outcomes, maintain their independence, and live fulfilling lives.

As a Supported Living Team Leader, you will lead, motivate and develop staff teams, ensuring that Supported Living services are delivered in line with SOL's values and the National Health and Social Care Standards while creating a positive culture focused on quality, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Supported Living services, ensuring high standards of person-centred support.
• Coach, supervise, and develop staff to achieve strong performance and positive outcomes.
• Oversee rota planning, staffing levels, and resource management.
• Promote independence, inclusion, positive risk-taking and meaningful community participation for the people we support.
• Build effective relationships with families, health professionals, social work teams, and other partners.
• Support the recruitment, induction, retention and development of staff.
• Monitor and review support plans to ensure they reflect individual aspirations and outcomes.
• Promote the use of technology-enabled care and innovative approaches that enhance independence and choice.
• Participate in the On-Call Manager rota.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience managing or leading teams within a health and social care setting.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and performance management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• A commitment to promoting independence, inclusion, dignity, and choice.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference while leading dedicated teams who are passionate about supporting people to live fulfilling and independent lives.

Enable Glasgow is a community based charity working with adults with learning disabilities and their carers and families in Glasgow. We are currently recruiting for a full time support worker (37 hours pw) at our Balshagray House Service in the Broomhill area of the city. Balshagray is a supported community in the west end of Glasgow which provides 24-hour support and care to adults with learning disability. The project currently supports 17 people, 13 of whom live the main house, with another 4 living in more independent tenancies close by. We provide 24-hour waking support to service users in the main house, most of whom have relatively complex support needs. The people who are supported by Balshagray have close links with the local community, and the project actively links those living at the unit with a local support network.

We are looking for staff members who share Enable Glasgow’s values in promoting the rights of individuals with learning disabilities to live fulfilling and meaningful lives.

Our frontline support workers are incredible, caring and talented individuals whose skills are invaluable to supporting the well-being of some of the most vulnerable people in our society.

You will share our passion and commitment to our service users and demonstrate empathy and a strong desire to assist individuals to reach their own potential through a person-centred approach. In return you will have the reward and satisfaction of making a real difference to individual lives and will benefit from the excellent terms and conditions Enable Glasgow offers its employees. You will receive regular and comprehensive training to give you the tools to do your job and will be supported by a committed management team who strive to promote and support professional development.

Your role will be in supporting individuals with all aspects of everyday life including maintaining health and wellbeing, and assisting individuals with running and maintaining their home. Experience in residential support work is useful but not essential. The successful applicant should also be willing to work towards an SVQ Level 3 Qualification. Must be available to work on a shift rota basis.

***Benefits - 32 days holidays per year, increasing to 37 with service, Up to 8% company contribution pension scheme, Perks at Work, £600 Refer a Friend & much more!***

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced care/support practitioner, to line manage our team of Support Workers within our fabulous residential service based in Elderslie.

At Wallace Court we support adults with physical disabilities, learning disabilities and sensory impairment, to live independently within their private accommodation on site. For the people we support, this is home. Our days are filled with laughter, with a focus on activities on site and externally, from football day trips to visits from traveling zoo’s, our service prides itself on being customer led.

Our closeknit team of Team Leaders, help our support staff to provide 24-hour support 7 days a week, and they require a motivated and enthusiastic leader to join the team.

Maybe you are an experienced Team Leader, Senior Support Worker or Support Worker with transferable experience, looking to advance your career.

Are you who we are looking for?

About the Role

You will be required to co-ordinate and supervise a team of support staff in delivering a high standard of social care practice using a person-centred approach that reflects individual customer's needs wants and aspirations. As a Team Leader you will occasionally work on the floor delivering direct care including medication administration, personal care and moving and assisting. Meaning it’s not all about paperwork, you still get some hands on practice.

A key part of this role is to coach, monitor, mentor and develop the skill base within the staff team, you will do this by displaying Leadership skills such as role modelling, decision making, being an effective communicator, having a positive attitude, commitment and confidence in the role.

We have a set shift pattern, 39 hours per week, typically 5/7 on a 4-week rota so you always know when you are working; early, back and late shifts, as well as weekends and on call, which is planned in advance, enabling you to plan life outside of work responsibilities.

Working with Capability Scotland brings you lots of benefits:

• Competitive salary - £34,142.00 per annum (£16.79 per hour).
• We offer a fully funded SVQ – a qualification which is yours for life.
• 32 days holidays per year, increasing to 37 with service.
• Free PVG checks throughout your employment.
• Up to 8% company contribution pension scheme.
• Up to 3 x annual salary death in service.
• Perks at Work – shopping discount scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• 24/7 employee assistance programme.
• Working for us means you would qualify for Blue Light & Concert for Carer discounts

*Benefits are subject to contractual terms.