Team Leader

• Based in a stable residential home in the Ryde area
• Lead a small team supporting 3-4 high-intensity participants
• Hands-on role combining care, leadership and operations

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Team Leader to join a well-established residential service supporting young adults with disabilities in the Ryde area. This role has a great opportunity for career progression.

Based at a small home, you will support 3–4 high-intensity participants, providing both hands-on care and team leadership in a stable and supportive environment.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a settled service and play a key role in leading the team, maintaining continuity of care, and supporting a smooth transition within the home.

About the Role:
This is a hands-on leadership position, combining frontline support with team coordination and operational oversight.

You will:

• Lead, mentor, and support a small team of disability support workers
• Provide direct, high-quality care to participants with complex needs
• Deliver person-centred, trauma-informed support
• Oversee daily operations, including rostering, documentation, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with NDIS Practice Standards and safeguarding requirements
• Build strong relationships with families, allied health professionals, and stakeholders
• Promote a safe, respectful, and positive home environment

About You

You bring a balance of leadership capability and genuine passion for supporting people with complex needs.

You will have:

• Experience in disability or community services, ideally in residential care
• Proven ability to lead teams in high-intensity or complex support environments
• Confidence supporting participants with challenging behaviours and/or complex health needs
• Strong understanding of NDIS frameworks, documentation and compliance
• Good time management with administration tasks and compliance
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills
• A hands-on, adaptable approach with strong accountability

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Disability, Community Services or related field
• 5-6 years of industry experience ideal
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Valid Working With Children Check (NSW)
• Current First Aid & CPR
• Full Australian working rights
• Drivers license

Why Apply?

• Lead a small, stable home where you can make a genuine impact
• Step into a well-supported service with established structures
• Opportunity to influence team culture and service delivery
• Access to ongoing professional development
• Attractive salary packaging benefits

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Team Leader or a Senior Support Worker ready to step up, we would love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, please contact [email protected]