Team Leader - Learning Disability
CompanyEast Sussex County Council
Location
Eastbourne, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypePart-time
Posted At5/15/2026
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Description
Job Description
Are you skilled in leading a team and committed to supporting people with a learning disability to get the most out of life? If so, you might be well suited to our Team Leader position in our Supported Living Service.
We are looking for a dynamic Team Leader to cover 2 of our Supported Living Services in Eastbourne and Hailsham.
As a Team Leader you will be motivated to provide excellent care and support by modelling good practice, monitoring performance and direct supervision of the staff. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the development of this new scheme, alongside supporting the people living there to make it home.
You will receive excellent training opportunities, a thorough induction and supervision as part of our commitment to you.
We Are Looking For Candidates Who Have
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI .
Interviews will take place in person week commencing 1st June 2026. Interviews will include client involvement, a workplace assessment and meeting with managers of the service. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
The most rewarding part of this role is being part of making a difference to the life of a person with a learning disability. Where you can see how people grow and develop and achieve their full potential.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, contact Kayleigh Curd, Service Manager, by email, Kayleigh.curd@eastsussex.gov.uk to request a MS teams call or phone call.
For work that makes a difference, choose East Sussex!
About Us
Are you skilled in leading a team and committed to supporting people with a learning disability to get the most out of life? If so, you might be well suited to our Team Leader position in our Supported Living Service.
We are looking for a dynamic Team Leader to cover 2 of our Supported Living Services in Eastbourne and Hailsham.
As a Team Leader you will be motivated to provide excellent care and support by modelling good practice, monitoring performance and direct supervision of the staff. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the development of this new scheme, alongside supporting the people living there to make it home.
You will receive excellent training opportunities, a thorough induction and supervision as part of our commitment to you.
We Are Looking For Candidates Who Have
- Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 Apprenticeship or equivalent or have a willingness to complete.
- Level 2 Maths and English or ability to pass an assessment as part of the selection process.
- Informal care experience
- Organisational skills and time management of self and others
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- An ability to plan, review and develop packages of support
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI .
Interviews will take place in person week commencing 1st June 2026. Interviews will include client involvement, a workplace assessment and meeting with managers of the service. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
The most rewarding part of this role is being part of making a difference to the life of a person with a learning disability. Where you can see how people grow and develop and achieve their full potential.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, contact Kayleigh Curd, Service Manager, by email, Kayleigh.curd@eastsussex.gov.uk to request a MS teams call or phone call.
For work that makes a difference, choose East Sussex!
About Us
Additional Information
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.