Care Team Leader

Howard Finley Care Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Ruislip is seeking an experienced Team Leader for a residential care home. The role involves managing medication, developing care plans, and leading a dedicated team. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and relevant experience in care settings. This position offers a flexible shift pattern with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Team Leader in a residential care home setting.
• Strong working knowledge of care plans and medication management.
• Confident using electronic care planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full medication cycle.
• Develop, review, and update person-centred care plans.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Care planning

Medication management

Team supervision

Tools

Person Centered Software (PCS)

Job description

Hillingdon, Hayes, Greater London, England UB3

Care Team Leader - Residential Care Home

Job Title: Team Leader

Location: Ruislip

Salary: £14.95 per hour

Hours: Minimum of 3 shifts per week (35.25 hours)

Shift Times:

• Day: 7:30am - 7:45pm
• Night: 7:30pm - 7:45am

Shift Flexibility: Candidate must be flexible to work both day and night shifts as required.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Team Leader to join our dedicated team at a residential care home supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health conditions. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a strong background in care planning, medication management, and team supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full medication cycle: ordering, logging, administering, carry forward, replenishment, and auditing.
• Develop, review, and update person-centred care plans using Person Centered Software (PCS).
• Make referrals to and liaise with multidisciplinary professionals (GPs, Community Matron, District Nurses, Mental Health Teams, Dietitians, and Pharmacies).

Requirements:

• Essential: Previous experience as a Team Leader in a residential care home setting.
• Strong working knowledge of care plans and medication management.
• Confident using Person Centered Software (PCS) or similar electronic care planning systems.
• Excellent communication skills and fluent in written and spoken English.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, mentor, and guide staff.
• Please Note:
  • We cannot accept applicants with only domiciliary care or supported living experience.
  • This role does not offer sponsorship.

If you are passionate about leading care teams and making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals, we would love to hear from you.

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