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Care Team Leader, Leyton, East London, E10. A new opportunity is available for an experienced Care Team Leader or Senior Support Worker to manage a small, dedicated team providing 2:1 support to a vibrant and engaging 8-year-old cheeky chap with complex care and medical needs. Salary: £30,800.00 + Gross per Annum, £23.50 Gross per HourNearest Tube/Station: Leyton StationWage/Salary: £23.50 Weekdays Gross per Hour | £30,800.60 + Gross per AnnumDriver Essential? Yes, essential. WAV (automatic drive) for use on dutyEssential: A minimum of 1 year of experience in a Senior or Team Lead role within health and social care. Paediatric / childcare experience, and confidence supporting children / young people with behavioural needsDesirable: Experience leading a team within a family environment, experience working with a client with communication needs and epilepsyStart Date: ASAP (pending employment checks and training)Days & Hours: Term-time: 4 weekday shifts: 3.15pm – 8.00pm, (plus 5 hours admin). School Holidays: 3 Weekday shifts: 9.00am – 6.00pm. Days of work to be mutually agreed.Family/Client Pets: Not applicableRecruiter: Jade | JanetAbout this client/child: Snap Care has the pleasure of working with Felix, an engaging, cheeky and creative 8-year-old with a love for soft play, water activities, construction toys and sensory play. Felix has a diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy, a Developmental Delay, and Learning Difficulties. He can walk independently but uses his wheelchair for longer distances to help manage his energy and/or fatigue levels. He also requires orthotics and specialist footwear. His seizures are controlled by daily medication. However, there is emergency medication on site which he occasionally requires. Felix uses gestures, Makaton, and picture references to support his communication. He can verbalise some words. At times he may need behavioural support with regulation, de-escalation, transitions and has a Positive Behaviour Support Plan (PBS) in place. His team provides day and waking night support.Overview of role: This is a dynamic role which gives the opportunity to provide 2:1 care and support to Felix. There is an established afterschool routine in place, which involves supporting Felix with personal care, activities and therapy input etc. The Care Team Leader works in collaboration with his parents, care team members, case management team, therapists, and other health care professionals, whilst leading a team that will be expanding. The typical team leader duties include rota management, ordering stock supplies, diary management, organising training, staff supervision and appraisals, updating care plans, liaising with therapists, monthly reports, monthly medication audits and care plan / risk assessment review.Who this job would suit: A confident, resilient, dedicated, proactive experienced Care Team Leader or Senior Support Worker who wants to continue working directly with their client. You will have excellent communication skills, be a strong role model and have exceptionally high standards of practice. For this role you must be confident driving an automatic Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV). This position will involve lots of play, engagement, transition, and regulation support and following therapy and care plans.What’s great about this job: Ongoing training, supervision and support provided by Felix’s case manager. This is an employed role, that offers competitive pay rates, and flexibility to work admin around your work / life commitments. Felix’s family is very welcoming, supportive and recognise the importance of their son’s care team’s input.Who is recruiting for this role? Our client is using the Shortlist Service. Snap Care will screen applications to confirm the essential criteria for the position is met. The client will then continue the recruitment process. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to us sending your CV and contact details to our client. Please note, unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies.