Care Team Leader

P4 Recruitment Ltd; Chorley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected care provider is seeking a Care Team Leader (Nights) in Chorley, Lancashire. The role involves leading a night care team, ensuring high standards of care, and overseeing medication administration. Applicants must have NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and experience in elderly or dementia care. This full-time position offers competitive benefits including additional annual leave, a bonus scheme, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Extra paid day off for your birthday

Annual leave above statutory minimum

Loyalty holidays at 2 and 5 years service

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Health Cash Plan

Discounted gym membership

Free enhanced DBS check

Free on-site parking

Free lunch

Complimentary Blue Light Card membership

Qualifications

• Strong experience in elderly or dementia care.
• Proven leadership experience in a similar role.
• Confident in supervising and supporting staff teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support the care team throughout the night.
• Manage medication handling and administration in line with protocols.
• Act as the senior point of contact in the absence of the management team.

Skills

Leadership

Medication management

Supervision

Elderly care

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Care Team Leader (Nights)
Location: Chorley, Lancashire
Pay: £15.00 per hour / £30,030 base salary per annum / up to £32,760 with paid breaks
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 38.5 hours per week

Shift Pattern: 8:00pm – 8:00am (Two-week rolling rota)

Week 1: Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun

Week 2: Wed, Thu, Fri

About the Role
P4 Recruitment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a respected care provider for an experienced Care Team Leader (Nights) to join the team at a luxury, purpose-built care home in Chorley. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and compassionate leader to take responsibility for night-time operations and ensure the highest standards of care are delivered.

In this role, you will lead the night care team, offer guidance and supervision, manage medication administration, and act as the senior point of contact during overnight shifts.

Why Apply?
Extra paid day off for your birthday*
Annual leave above statutory minimum + 2 extra days
Loyalty holidays awarded at 2 and 5 years’ service
Refer-a-Friend bonus – earn up to £500 per referral
Health Cash Plan – covers dental, optical, GP access, counselling, and more
Discounted gym membership
Supportive training and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities
Lead, supervise, and support the care team throughout the night

Coordinate handovers and ensure effective communication across teams

Manage rotas and maintain adequate staffing and skill mix

Provide leadership through regular night-time team meetings

Oversee medication handling and administration in line with protocols

Act as the senior point of contact in the absence of the management team

What We’re Looking For
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)

Strong experience in elderly or dementia care

Proven leadership experience in a similar role

Confident in supervising and supporting staff teams

Knowledge of medication management and care home standards

About the Home
This state-of-the-art care home in Chorley offers a warm, supportive environment for residents requiring residential, dementia, and respite care. With luxurious amenities including a cinema room, sweet shop, and beauty salon, the setting promotes independence, wellbeing, and a true sense of community.

Additional Benefits
Workplace pension scheme

Free enhanced DBS check

Free on-site parking

Free lunch (for site-based roles)

Complimentary Blue Light Card membership

If you’re a passionate and experienced care professional looking for your next step into leadership, we want to hear from you.