# Care & Support Team Leader > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Cygnet Health Care. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/care-and-support-team-leader/267b924d-617d-4834-a422-60aa69c2763c - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/care-and-support-team-leader/267b924d-617d-4834-a422-60aa69c2763c.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Cygnet Health Care - **Town:** Darlington - **Region:** North East and Yorkshire - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Manager and corporate - **Salary:** £27,702 to £27,702 a year - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full-time - **Closing date:** 2026-08-09T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-10T08:44:12.212Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0233-26-1434?employerCode=E0233 - **Application URL:** https://cygnethealth.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Cygnet/job/Fairways-IP6-9AX/Team-Leader_JR2374-1/apply?source=NHS+Jobs+v3&campaign=vacancyposter ## Job Content ### Job summary We are looking for a motivated and experienced Care & Support Team Leader to join our care home service supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism and acquired brain injuries (ABI). This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Support Worker ready to take the next step into leadership Youll be working 39.8 hours per week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Fairways. ### Main duties of the job At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day. ### About us Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation. ### Details - Date posted: 10 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £27,702 to £27,702 a year - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time - Reference number: VP869E63FE - Job locations: Ipswich, IP6 9AX, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. We are looking for a motivated and experienced Care & Support Team Leader to join our care home service supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism and acquired brain injuries (ABI). This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Support Worker ready to take the next step into leadership Youll be working 39.8 hours per week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Fairways. Located in a beautiful Suffolk village, Fairways supports adults with learning disabilities and associated complex needs who may have behaviours that challenge. The home provides longer term placements for individuals who require round the clock care and support. Person-centred planning is at the heart of everything we do based on each individuals specific need. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day. Your Day-to-Day: You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care while supporting the management team in the smooth running of the service. Provide enhanced, person-centred care using a flexible and individualised approach Offer guidance, encouragement and emotional/physical support to service users Understand each individuals needs and deliver support in the most appropriate and empowering way Support with medical, health and welfare needs, ensuring accurate reporting Assist in the day-to-day management of the service, ensuring high standards are maintained Take on supervisory responsibilities, including supporting and guiding staff Complete administrative tasks in line with service requirements Ensure safeguarding principles are upheld at all times Maintain a safe, clean and supportive environment for residents and staff You are: We are looking for someone with the right experience, values and ambition to lead by example: Minimum 2 years experience working in a care home or similar setting Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism and/or ABI Currently a Support Worker looking to progress into a leadership role Passionate about making a genuine difference in peoples lives Confident, proactive and assertive, with the ability to lead a team Strong communication skills and a collaborative team player Compassionate, intuitive and resilient, with a positive attitude Able to promote independence and empower service users Organised, reliable, and eager to develop leadership and management skills Why Cygnet? We offer: Salary: £15.39 per hour We are committed to supporting your development and wellbeing: Ongoing training and career development opportunities Flexible working patterns with overtime opportunities Regular supervision, coaching and appraisals Strong peer support and leadership guidance Access to employee discounts and Cycle to Work scheme Recruitment referral bonuses Dedicated wellbeing support, including fitness, financial and mental health resources Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. What next? If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you. 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