Care Team Leader

The Runwood Group; Great Waltham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee assistance

Job summary

Runwood Homes is seeking a dynamic Care Team Leader to guide a team of Care Assistants, deliver high-quality, person-centred care, and ensure residents feel safe, respected and independent. You will plan care, monitor standards and keep accurate records while communicating effectively with colleagues and the Home Manager.

Experience in dementia care and team leadership is valued; NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is advantageous but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading Care Assistants and delivering person-centred care.
• Knowledge of dementia care and medication handling.
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide high-quality, person-centred care for residents.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain high standards.
• Keep accurate records and communicate with colleagues.
• Support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager in daily operations.
• Handle medications and conduct medication audits.

Skills

Team leadership

Dementia care

Care planning

Record keeping

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

As a Care Team Leader at Runwood Homes, you'll be all about professionalism, kindness, and compassion. The Care Team Leader role requires you to plan and provide high-quality care that makes our residents feel safe, respected, and independent. You will lead a team of Care Assistants, ensuring they are keeping up with the highest care standards. Keeping accurate records and communicating well with your colleagues are key parts of your role. Our Care Team Leaders also support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager, giving physical, social, and emotional care to residents. You will handle medication and make sure everything is in order with medication audits.

We are seeking a dynamic Care Team Leader who excels in person-centred care planning, possesses expertise in dementia care, and has experience of leading teams to deliver exceptional care. The ideal Care Team Leader will exude a positive energy, be competent in building strong relationships, and demonstrate outstanding organisational skills. Holding an NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care is advantageous but not essential.

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 55 homes across England. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents. At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents. As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQs
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Employee of the Month awards