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Team Leader

Hemel Hempstead, HP1 2RJ
£15.15 per hour (£31,512 per annum)
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About the role

Overview

Hemel Hempstead, HP1 2RJ
Full Time
£15.15 per hour (£31,512 per annum)
12 December 2025

Shear Meadow is a community residential home providing outcome focused care for adults with learning disabilities, who may have behaviours that challenge and associated complex needs.

We are looking for a Team Leader with a passion for delivering outstanding care to assist the Registered Manager in the in the day-to-day running of the service ensuring a high standard of individualised care at all times by properly utilising resources available and implementing agreed care plans and policies as appropriate.

You’ll be working 42 hours a week covering 12 hour shifts on rota basis and must be a car driver.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll 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…

  • General supervision of staff within and outside of the Residential Home, ensuring that they and the service users are involved in the Residential Home activities
  • Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the service
  • Understand the role and function of the keyworker and operate the keyworker system in use in the Residential Home.
  • Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely
  • Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
  • Record and observe the progress of the service users within the Residential Home and notify the manager of their progress / change as necessary.
  •  Encourage and assist service users to develop and maintain links with relatives, carers and significant others in their lives
  • Ensure all staff are correctly inducted and understand the company’s aims
  • Attend staff meetings and service users review meetings and make a valuable contribution. Preparing and presenting any necessary reports.

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

  • Paid training and Induction
  • Regular coaching and support
  • Employee Discount Scheme
  • Company pension scheme
  • Free meals on duty
  • For further details on all our benefits, please visit https://cygnetjobs.co.uk/benefits/ 

You are…

  • Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s lives
  • An excellent communicator & a good team player
  • Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
  • Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence
  • NVQ Level 3 or above in Care
  • Car driver and held full UK licence for at least 2 years

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

 

Benefits & Rewards

NHS Staff Discounts

Cygnet provides its staff with NHS discounts across a range of high street retailers. The discounts can be redeemed by showing your Cygnet ID badge. You can also get further discounts by registering your details with Health Service Discounts and Blue Light Card.

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On-site Benefits

Cygnet provides free meals and free on-site parking for employees at work.

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Cycle To Work Scheme

Cygnet will give you exclusive access to a range of benefits with our Cycle To Work scheme.

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Enhanced Maternity

In addition to statutory pay, Cygnet provides enhanced maternity pay.

Plan your commute

Shear Meadow

Hemel Hempstead
London & South East
HP1 2RJ
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Our application process

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Application Review
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Application Review

We carefully review applications, considering factors like visa status, location, and experience.
Initial Screening
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Initial Screening

If your application is suitable, you’ll be contacted by the recruiter to arrange a telephone screening call.
Interview
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Interview

If you meet the screening criteria, you’ll be invited for an interview, which normally takes place in person at the site you’re applying to.
Feedback and Offer
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Step 6

Feedback and Offer

Following the interview, you’ll receive feedback, and if successful, a verbal job offer that will be followed up with a written job offer and onboarding information.

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Martin has been with Cygnet over 5 years and shines in his AC role. He supports patients with care, handled a traumatic event with calm professionalism, and brings joy through initiatives like the Lego club. His emotional intelligence, teamwork, and quiet confidence make a real impact. Thank you, Martin—you’re a star!

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Amarachi calmly and confidently supported a distressed individual, ensuring safety for all despite not being their allocated staff. He stepped in for the day, showing deep empathy and care. His dedication and support were greatly appreciated by both the individual and the team. Amarachi’s compassion truly made a difference.

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Chloe has stepped up into a senior role with grace, supporting the psychology team beyond expectations. Despite a heavier workload, she continues to share her knowledge generously and uplift those around her. We’re lucky to have her—thank you, Chloe, for your dedication and leadership!

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Eve

Support Worker
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Eve passionately motivates residents to engage in community activities like day trips, swimming, and meals out. She plans with staff and encourages daily involvement, boosting residents’ mood and confidence. Her support helps residents feel empowered and return from outings feeling positive and fulfilled.

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Georgia

Activity Coordinator
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Thank you for your thoughtful email and for sharing such helpful insights on the activity planners at Nightingale. It was a pleasure meeting you—your passion and dedication to creating meaningful experiences for young adults with disabilities truly shine. Your hard work is seen, valued, and appreciated. You’re making a real impact!

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Joy

Team Leader
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Joy showed incredible strength and compassion during a resident’s crisis, staying extra hours and using therapeutic care to ensure comfort. Despite the trauma, she remained steady and supportive. Thanks to her dedication, the resident has fully recovered. Joy truly exemplifies what it means to be a support worker.

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Tobi

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Tobi brought joy to residents by organizing a vibrant African Themed Day at Beckly, filled with music, food, decorations, and laughter. Her creativity, care, and dedication made the event unforgettable. Thanks to her passion, the home came alive—her efforts truly deserve recognition.

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Panka

Assistant Psychologist
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Panka receives high praise for her compassion, impactful sessions, and flexibility. She’s described as the best therapist by a service user and is a true team player, balancing psychology service promotion with wider hospital support. Her dedication shone during the transition to a new psychologist—thank you, Panka!

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Julie

Support Worker
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Julie goes above and beyond, taking initiative to support residents’ health and wellbeing. She acted swiftly to address weight concerns and reintroduced meaningful activities, helping a resident visit the supermarket for arts and crafts—her first since Covid. We’re proud to have Julie on our team. Thank you for your dedication!

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Danielle

Senior Nurse HC
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Danielle has stepped up as senior nurse, supporting the unit in the Clinical Manager’s absence. Despite a busy schedule, she always makes time for staff and patients, staying calm and composed through challenges. Her resilience and soothing presence uplift everyone—her dedication truly stands out!

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