Care Team Leader

Runwood Homes; Hadleigh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card and discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme for family

Comprehensive induction and training

Free DBS Check and uniform

Funding for NVQs

Career progression opportunities

Free on-site parking

Employee of the Month awards

Job summary

Runwood Homes is seeking a Care Team Leader to oversee a team of Care Assistants and ensure residents receive person-centred, safe, and dignified care. The role involves shifts from 8am to 8pm, with every other weekend on a busy residential care setting in England.

You will support the Home Manager, maintain high standards of care, manage medications, and contribute to safeguarding and audits while fostering compassionate relationships with residents and colleagues.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience in dementia care and leading care teams is desirable.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants to deliver high standards of care.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Assist with medication administration and conduct medication audits.
• Support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager in daily operations.

Skills

Person-centred care planning

Dementia care

Team leadership

Record keeping

Communication

Medication management

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Care Team Leader

Shift Patterns: 8am - 8pm, every other weekend

About The Role

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.

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
• Free, on-site parking
• Employee of the Month awards

About You

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.

About Runwood Homes

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 57 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.