Make a positive difference in someone's life by joining The Richmond Fellowship Scotland and helping support the people who need it most in our communities! We are looking for someone to join our team as a Team Leader, at our Galashiels service.

Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below.

The Role As a Team Leader, you'll provide first-line leadership to a dedicated multidisciplinary team of support staff, ensuring exceptional standards of care and practice.

You'll take an active role in development of services , shaping the quality of support provided, leading by example and creating a culture of respect, learning and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do Lead the day-to-day running of the service, including rotas, records and quality standards.

Supervise, mentor and coach staff to deliver exceptional support.

Develop and review personalised support plans.

Work directly on shift to build strong relationships with the people you support.

Promote inclusion, community participation and meaningful opportunities.

Maintain clear communication with families, professionals and partners.

Take part in on call duties.

What You'll Bring Minimum 2 years' experience in social care, including supporting individuals with complex needs and behaviours of concern.

Experience supervising or coordinating staff.

Working knowledge of budgets and targets.

Strong communication, planning and motivational skills.

SVQ Level 3 in Care (or willingness to achieve it).

A values-driven approach built on inclusion, respect and empowerment.

Benefits Generous annual leave.

TRFS rewards scheme (includes cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers).

Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance.

Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care.

Refer a Friend scheme- £150 reward for successfully referring a colleague.

Employee Forum - for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer and ensure a positive working environment.

Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union.

HSF Health Care plan.

Counselling & Life Works service.

We're looking to fill this post as soon as possible and reserve the right to close the advert if suitable candidates are found before the advert closes.

To avoid disappointment, pop your application in early.

Closing Date: 27/3/26 All successful applicants will be given a conditional offer - this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector.

All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status or sexual orientation.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams.

Please note, our smoking policy applies to this role. xehkeey

We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.

Join us and be part of something bigger! Should you wish to discuss this opportunity please contactClaire -