Care Team Leader

Sanctuary Group; Chester; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit care provider in Chester is seeking a Care Team Leader (Nights) to oversee resident care and lead a team of Care Assistants. Offering £14.60 per hour, the role provides various working hours, promoting a supportive environment dedicated to improving lives. Applicants should have care experience and a caring attitude towards older adults.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

Confidential employee advice service

Cycle to Work scheme

Overtime compensation

Contributory pension plan

Life assurance

Parental leave schemes

Qualifications

• Teamwork is essential for leading a happy team and resident satisfaction.
• Prior experience in care is critical for this role.
• Strong communication with a flexible approach is important.
• Demonstrating kindness and respect for older people is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily resident needs and lead care assistants.
• Provide personalized high-quality care as per individual plans.
• Facilitate leisure and social activities for residents.
• Support residents, families, and colleagues with kindness.

Skills

Teamwork

Care experience

Excellent communication

Kindness

Education

NVQ3 in Social Care

Job description

Overview

Care Team Leader (Nights) – £14.60 per hour. 33 or 44 hours available. Requisition: 226211. Department: Health and Social Care (Qualified and Non-Qualified). Operation: Sanctuary Care. Closing Date: not specified.

Proud to be not-for-profit, Sanctuary Care provides high quality care homes where people are looked after with dignity and respect. Our mission is to go beyond the standard expectation of providing great care by enriching the lives of residents, their loved ones and our dedicated staff.

Role

Care Team Leader (Nights)

Salary: £14.60 per hour

Hours: 33 or 44 hours available

Why work for us?

We aim to enrich the lives of both residents and staff. We foster a supportive, fun working environment with teamwork, training and promotion opportunities. Every day job satisfaction at Upton Dene Residential and Nursing Home for all roles.

Sanctuary Care has over 100 care homes. The team at Upton Dene Residential and Nursing Home is special and we are looking for special people to join us. Become a part of it and apply for this role.

Inclusion and equality At the heart of our organisation are our incredible people. Sanctuary Care provides a package that includes support for your Mind and Body, Your Financial Wellbeing and Your Job. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and will make adjustments during the application process as needed.

Your Benefits

Your Mind and Body

• Occupational sick pay after 12 months’ service (for those on contracted hours and subject to qualifying period)
• Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (medical and legal advice)
• Wellbeing resources through our employee platforms including Aviva Digicare
• Cycle to Work scheme for a greener commute

Your Financial Wellbeing

• Overtime compensation
• Financial wellbeing support including access to affordable loans via salary finance and free mortgage advice
• Exclusive discounts through our e-hub
• Contributory pension plan
• Life assurance
• Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity and Shared)

Your Job

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Complimentary meals during long shifts
• Comprehensive training and internal career opportunities including a Team Leader Development programme
• Opportunity to be part of inclusive staff networks (e.g., Parent Network, Disability Network)
• Loyalty recognition for 12 months’ service
• Potential CQC Inspection bonus (subject to criteria)

Responsibilities

As a Care Team Leader, you will look after the day-to-day needs of residents with compassion and commitment to positively impact their lives. You will lead a team of Care Assistants, supporting their development and ensuring residents are comfortable in their home.

• Work as a team to enrich residents’ lives and support colleagues
• Provide high quality personalised care in line with individual care plans
• Facilitate leisure and social activities as part of daily routines
• Be kind and supportive to residents, families and colleagues

Qualifications and Skills

• Teamwork: a happy team leads to happy residents
• Care experience is essential; NVQ3 in Social Care desirable
• Excellent communication with a flexible approach
• Kindness and genuine respect for older people

We hope you feel you could be our next team member.

Job Reference: 226211

We are only accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

If applying internally, use your internal careers account to submit your application.

We may withdraw this advertisement at any time; please apply early.

Inclusion is one of our core values. We promote a diverse, inclusive organisation where people thrive and meet customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and will make adjustments during the application process as needed.

Building Equality and Diversity

Sanctuary Group encourages applications from diverse backgrounds to support an inclusive environment for employees and customers. We work with the Home Office to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary for successful applicants, which Sanctuary pays for. Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

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