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Are you ready to step into a leadership role where you can genuinely make a difference? We are working with a respected, low-turnover supported living organisation seeking a House Leader to join their team in Aylesbury. This is an excellent opportunity for an existing Senior Support Worker or Team Leader looking to progress within a supportive, values-driven environment.

You’ll be leading a small 4 bed service supporting adults with mental health needs, psychiatric backgrounds, and behaviours that may challenge. The organisation prides itself on a strong, positive working culture and is committed to staff development, consistency and best practice.

About the Role

As House Leader, you will:

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Lead by example, supporting and supervising support staff to maintain high standards

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Oversee the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the home

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Use a person-centred approach to promote independence, personal growth and meaningful decision-making for residents

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Liaise with external professionals, local authority contacts and social care coordinators

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Ensure all processes, policies and safeguarding standards are followed

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Organise tasks within the home, including daily operations, maintenance arrangements and resident support

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Complete care plans, risk assessments, digital records and incident reporting to required standards

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Provide thorough handovers and ensure consistent communication across the team

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Investigate and respond to significant events with professionalism and attention to detail

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Support the onboarding of new residents and staff

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Work closely with the management team on audits, updates and service improvements

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Participate in training, team meetings and ongoing development initiatives

Skills & Experience Needed

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Experience in care or supported living settings

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Previous supervisory or team-leading experience

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Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

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IT literacy, including use of digital care systems

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Excellent communication skills with residents, colleagues and external professionals

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Compassion, patience and the ability to support individuals with complex mental health needs

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A logical, consistent and process-driven work approach

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A commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and best practice

What’s on Offer

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A stable working environment with low staff turnover

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Genuine career progression as the organisation continues to grow

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Supportive management and ongoing training opportunities

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A role where your leadership directly contributes to resident wellbeing and service quality

If you’re motivated, organised and passionate about delivering high-quality support, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for this rewarding leadership opportunity