Day Care Team Leader

Brent Council are currently seeking an experienced Team Leader to join their Day Services team on an interim basis. This is a fantastic chance to support a highly respected local authority and lead services that make a real impact in the community. Key Responsibilities 1. Service Delivery & Staff Management * Ensure adequate staffing levels and effective supervision to maintain a safe, caring, and responsive service for service users, families, and representatives. * Maintain high-quality standards, ensuring the service meets legislative requirements, best practice guidance, and operates within available resources. 2. Quality & Compliance * Ensure community-based care services meet quality benchmarks and adhere to all statutory and organisational policies. 3. Activity Planning * Initiate, plan, and develop a variety of educational, vocational, and recreational activities for individuals with: * Learning disabilities * Physical disabilities * Autism * Challenging behaviour Essential Requirements * NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent/higher). * Proven experience working with adults presenting challenging behaviour. * Experience in managing, supervising, or leading staff teams. * Experience supervising financial and operational functions within a day-care or community setting. * Strong background in staff supervision, including setting and monitoring individual performance targets. * Demonstrated experience in creating and managing staff rotas, accounting for team circumstances and service needs