Care Team Leader

Belong; Chester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative not-for-profit provider is looking for a compassionate Care Team Leader to join their vibrant community in Chester. This role offers the chance to provide professional leadership and development to a dedicated team, ensuring the highest standards of care for the elderly, particularly those with dementia. With excellent learning opportunities and a supportive environment, you will play a crucial role in fostering relationships that enhance the lives of residents. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid DBS

Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays

Early Pay Scheme

Free Blue Light Card

5.6 weeks holiday

Every other weekend off

MediCash

Enhanced Colleague Referral Scheme

Death in Service payment

Paid induction and training

Qualifications

• Exceptional role model with a focus on health and well-being.
• Experience in dementia care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and development to support workers.
• Oversee medication management and maintain accurate records.
• Plan effectively to meet individual needs.

Skills

Leadership

Planning Skills

Empathy

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Care

Job description

Rate of pay for this role is £14.60 per hour.

One vacancy for 39 hours per week

Belong is an innovative not-for-profit provider of person-centred care for the elder generation, specialising in dementia care. As we enter a period of growth and expansion, there has never been a better time to join us!

Belong Chester

We offer support for life within a vibrant community, where care is provided but an individual's needs and lifestyle can continue to be enjoyed. It is a place our customers can call ‘home’, where relationships between our customers and support workers blossom. Our staff, customers, and families work together to create purpose and meaning to the day, fostering a feeling of security, experience, and a sense of Belonging.

Job Opportunity

1. We have an exciting opportunity for an empathetic, experienced, and compassionate leader. As a Care Team Leader, you will be responsible for providing professional leadership, coaching, and development to a team of dedicated support workers.
2. You will oversee medication management within the household, ensuring accurate records are maintained and customer plans are up to date.
3. You should be aware that challenges may arise, and therefore, excellent planning skills—both for your time and your team—are essential, along with supporting individuals' needs.

Candidate Requirements

This role is ideal for someone who cares deeply about health and well-being in later years. The right candidate will be an exceptional role model and will have an NVQ Level 3 in Care (or be working towards it). Experience in a dementia care setting is preferred.

Benefits and Additional Information

Belong offers excellent learning and development opportunities, along with a range of attractive benefits:

• Paid DBS*
• Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays
• Early Pay Scheme
• Free Blue Light Card
• 5.6 weeks holiday (pro-rata for part-time)
• Every other weekend off
• MediCash
• Enhanced Colleague Referral Scheme
• Death in Service payment to a beneficiary of your choosing
• Paid induction (3 days, 9am to 4:30pm) & paid on-site training
• Subsidised meals in our Bistro
• Marvellous mealtimes—freshly prepared meals provided when you dine with residents
• Access to Employment Assistance Programme (confidential counselling, mental health, finance support)
• Full PPE and LFT & PCR tests provided on-site
• Access to NVQ qualifications
• Career progression opportunities
• Auto Enrolment pension
• Free Wi-Fi
• Full support, shadow shifts, and training

*DBS as per our terms and conditions.

We welcome applications from eligible applicants; however, we regret that we do not have the facility to sponsor overseas staff.