Bank Team Leader at Mill River Lodge

Shaw healthcare; Horsham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Healthcare in Horsham is seeking a Bank Residential Team Leader for Mill River Lodge to lead shifts and ensure high standards of person-centred care. The role is bank/zero-hours with 12-hour shifts, requiring a proactive leader who supports the team on site in Horsham.

You will administer medications safely, maintain care plans, and promptly report changes to the Line Manager. NVQ/QCF Level 3 Health and Social Care (or equivalent) and experience with older people in residential care are

Qualifications

• Experience working with older people in residential care.
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is preferred.
• Ability to lead a team, be flexible, patient and well organised.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example on shift to promote best practice.
• Administer and record medication safely in line with policy.
• Report changes in residents' needs to the Line Manager promptly.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families and colleagues.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date care plans and documentation.

Skills

Team leadership

People skills

Care experience

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Mill River Lodge, Horsham Bank Vacancy Reference: VEBT9LX5 Closes Nov 10, 2026 at 02:48 PM

Competitive

Description

Bank Residential Team Leader at Mill River Lodge

Salary: £15.36-£16.00 per hour
Hours: Bank - Zero hours
Shift Times: As/when needed in the service - 12hr shifts (07:45-20:15 or 20:00-08:00)

Shaw healthcare is looking for a passionate and caring Bank Team Leader who is ready to make a positive impact at Mill River Lodge, situated in the picturesque West Sussex town of Horsham. The superb purpose built care home provides 70 spacious en-suite bedrooms for elderly service users with conditions such as Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson’s or other clinical diagnoses.

Why Work at Shaw Healthcare?

Shaw Healthcare was founded in 1986 and has evolved to become the largest Employee-Owned Healthcare company in the UK. We are now made up of 64 registered services, including 55 care homes, and 118 extra-care flats.

• We operate using employee-ownership principles and are the Employee-Owned Business of the Year 2024.
• We are dedicated to ensuring our employees have a wide range of development options including NVQ qualifications and our Leadership Programme, as well as in-house training on a diverse range of topics
• We take pride in acknowledging the hard work and dedication of our employees. We love holding celebrations such as our annual Star Awards event, long-service awards, Employee of the Month and Service of the Month.
• We are committed to ensuring that all employees have a say in shaping our workplace by appointing dedicated employee representatives and conducting annual employee surveys.

Job Responsibilities

As a Bank Residential Team Leader, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of person-centred care and supporting your team to uphold those standards in everything they do. This will include, but not limited to:

• Lead by example, providing guidance and support on shift to promote best practice
• Administer and record medication safely in line with Shaw policies and procedures
• Report changes in residents needs or well-being promptly to the Line Manager
• Communicate effectively with residents, families and colleagues
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date care plans and documentation

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience working with older people in residential care
• You will have completed or working towards your NVQ/QCF Level 3 Health and Social care (or equivalent)
• You will need to be flexible, patient, caring, organised and great with people
• Ability to lead a team and use own initiative

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference?