Team Leader
Cedar19a Church Ave, Holywood, DownFull-timePart-time
The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit the following staff member:
Ref 26-155-TL-TL-WEB
Job Role Team Leader (Days OR Nights)
Location Twisel Lodge, 19A Church Ave, Holywood, BT18 9BJ
Salary £15.14 per hour
Hours Full-Time - 36 hrs and 45 mins per week
Part Time 24 hrs and 30 mins per week
Flexibility is required to work within the rota system in order to meet the needs of the residents.
If you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of others and caring for people who have a learning disability and associated complex needs we would love to meet you!
The Service
Twisel Lodge in Holywood Co. Down, is a residential home, registered with RQIA to provide services for 8 adults who have Learning Disabilities and associated complex needs. For most of our residents Twisel Lodge is their home however as part of the eight-person service, we also provide a ‘respite’ facility through which adults with learning disabilities can come and stay with us for a break. This service provides an opportunity for the main carers to get a break from caring duties and enables them to refresh and to be able to continue their caring role.
The Role
The team leader will support the Registered Manager to develop and implement personalised care plans and individual risk assessments to meet individual needs. They will support the Registered Manager to ensure the delivery of quality care. The role requires participation in the delivery of person-centred care, including personal care and promotion of a team approach at all times with positive and constructive working relationships for the benefit of the service user.
Benefits
Please note – The Cedar Foundation do not offer Sponsorship.
Essential Criteria
1. A minimum of RQF Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a health & social care or related discipline AND at least 2 years’ experience in a social care setting providing support/care.
OR
A minimum of GCSE English & Maths (A* - C) or equivalent AND at least 3 years’ experience in a regulated care or support environment.
2. A Working knowledge of the needs of people with learning disabilities
3. Effective communication and experience of IT systems (eg. digital record keeping)
Apply Online: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home
Closing Date: 18th August 2026 at 10am
THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Ref 26-155-TL-TL-WEB
Job Role Team Leader (Days OR Nights)
Location Twisel Lodge, 19A Church Ave, Holywood, BT18 9BJ
Salary £15.14 per hour
Hours Full-Time - 36 hrs and 45 mins per week
Part Time 24 hrs and 30 mins per week
Flexibility is required to work within the rota system in order to meet the needs of the residents.
If you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of others and caring for people who have a learning disability and associated complex needs we would love to meet you!
The Service
Twisel Lodge in Holywood Co. Down, is a residential home, registered with RQIA to provide services for 8 adults who have Learning Disabilities and associated complex needs. For most of our residents Twisel Lodge is their home however as part of the eight-person service, we also provide a ‘respite’ facility through which adults with learning disabilities can come and stay with us for a break. This service provides an opportunity for the main carers to get a break from caring duties and enables them to refresh and to be able to continue their caring role.
The Role
The team leader will support the Registered Manager to develop and implement personalised care plans and individual risk assessments to meet individual needs. They will support the Registered Manager to ensure the delivery of quality care. The role requires participation in the delivery of person-centred care, including personal care and promotion of a team approach at all times with positive and constructive working relationships for the benefit of the service user.
Benefits
- Annual Leave 6.4 weeks days pro rata in each leave year (inclusive of statutory days), increasing with service.
- Annual incremental pay increases on agreed salary scale.
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme, 5% employee contribution and 4% employer contribution.
- Occupational Sick Pay that increases with service.
- Free car parking as well as tea and coffee.
- Paid annual NISCC registration fees (Cost reimbursed by Cedar).
- Investor in People Platinum accredited organisation with commitment to development of the staff team through training and learning opportunities.
- Enhanced rate of pay for working on statutory days.
- Employee Assistance Programme including access to 24/7 Doctors support.
- Westfield Healthcare cashback scheme.
- Special offers at over 600 leading high street and online retailers.
Please note – The Cedar Foundation do not offer Sponsorship.
Essential Criteria
1. A minimum of RQF Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a health & social care or related discipline AND at least 2 years’ experience in a social care setting providing support/care.
OR
A minimum of GCSE English & Maths (A* - C) or equivalent AND at least 3 years’ experience in a regulated care or support environment.
2. A Working knowledge of the needs of people with learning disabilities
3. Effective communication and experience of IT systems (eg. digital record keeping)
Apply Online: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home
Closing Date: 18th August 2026 at 10am
THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
The closing date for applications is Tuesday the 18th of August 2026
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