Scheme Lead – Supported Living
Learning Disabilities & Mental Health
Redruth, Cornwall
Full Time | Permanent | £30,000 per annum
Make a meaningful difference — and make it enjoyable.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Scheme Lead to oversee one of our supported living schemes in central Redruth, supporting eight adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs, who enjoy a model of care service which includes background support and 1:1 hours. We already have one service support lead, and are looking for another to work alternate shifts.
This is an exciting leadership opportunity within a growing, forward-thinking organisation committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support across Cornwall.
As Scheme Lead, you will play a pivotal role in creating not just a safe and compliant service — but a vibrant, positive and engaging home where people can thrive, develop independence, build confidence and genuinely enjoy their lives.
You will work closely with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager to ensure excellent standards, strong team leadership, and measurable positive outcomes for the people we support.
About the Role
This position combines hands-on leadership with operational oversight. You will lead the day-to-day running of the scheme, support your team to deliver outstanding care, and ensure that regulatory, quality and outcome standards are consistently achieved.
You will also help foster a culture where:
- Independence is actively encouraged
- Achievements are celebrated
- Activities are meaningful and enjoyable
- Mistakes are treated as learning opportunities
- Staff feel valued, supported and proud of their work
We want our schemes to feel warm, empowering and engaging — not institutional.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Culture
- Lead and inspire the staff team to deliver high-quality, person-centred support
- Promote a positive, inclusive and fun scheme culture
- Provide supervision, mentoring and performance support to staff
- Encourage reflective practice and continuous development
- Support recruitment and induction of new team members
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with CQC standards and organisational policies
- Monitor service quality through audits, spot checks and feedback
- Assist with preparation for inspections
- Maintain accurate records and ensure documentation is of a high standard
- Liaison with our housing colleagues to knowledge share and attend meetings
Care Planning & Outcomes
- Oversee the development and review of person-centred care plans
- Work collaboratively with individuals, families and MDT professionals
- Support the use of the STAR outcomes framework, or undertake training where required
- Monitor progress and ensure measurable positive outcomes are being achieved
Operational Oversight
- Support rota planning and staffing stability
- Monitor incidents and safeguarding concerns appropriately
- Contribute to monthly reporting and performance updates
- Liaise with housing partners and external stakeholders
On-Site Support
- Model best practice in supporting individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs
- Use Positive Behaviour Support approaches
- Support individuals who may present behaviours that challenge
- Coach the people we support to achieve what they wish to and dream big!
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for a confident and compassionate leader who can balance structure with warmth.
Essential:
- Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and/or mental health needs
- Experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a regulated care setting
- Knowledge of safeguarding, CQC standards and person-centred care
- Strong communication skills and confidence attending MDT meetings
- Good IT skills and attention to detail
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Flexibility to work across shifts and participate in a paid on-call rota
Desirable:
- Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (Level 4 or 5 desirable)
- Experience supporting individuals who may display behaviours that challenge
- Experience helping mobilise care services
- Understanding of STAR outcomes framework
We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
What We Offer
- £30,000 per annum starting salary
- Paid participation in on-call rota
- Ongoing leadership and PBS development
- Enhanced DBS paid
- Career progression opportunities
- A supportive and values-led leadership team
- The opportunity to genuinely shape and influence a service
Why Join Us?
This is not an entry-level role. It is an opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership position within an organisation that values quality, growth and innovation.
We are building services across Cornwall where people feel safe, respected and empowered — and where staff feel proud to work.
If you are ready to lead a scheme that is structured, outcome-focused and genuinely positive, we would love to hear from you.
We reserve the right to remove this advert at any time as we interview on a rolling basis as applications are received.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person
