Care Team Leader

Belong; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Newcastle-under-Lyme is seeking a Care Team Leader to deliver exceptional care and support to clients. The role involves leading a team of support workers, managing medication, and ensuring the independence of clients. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 3 in Care, with experience in dementia care preferred. Competitive hourly pay and a supportive work environment included.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible scheduling

Reward & recognition programme

Financial assistance for colleagues

Counselling and legal support

Qualifications

• Experience in a dementia care setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of health and well-being support.
• Ability to plan and support team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and coaching to support workers.
• Manage medication and maintain accurate records.
• Support clients with daily routines and independence.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Medication management

Communication

Client support

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Care

Job description

Important Information:

Please note that Belong does not hold a sponsorship licence. Therefore, we are unable to consider applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK, either currently or in the future.

All applications will be subject to an enhanced DBS Check and full employment background check.

Care Team Leader

Location: Newcastle-Under-Lyme

Pay Rate: £14.60 per hour (minimum)

Shifts: Days 8am-3pm and 3pm-10pm

Hours: 39

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay with enhancements for bank holidays
• Regular confirmed rotas and flexible scheduling
• Reward & recognition programme!
• Financial assistance - Early Pay, Death in Service, paid Blue Light Card, Colleague referral, and subsidised Bistro
• Full support induction and ongoing learning opportunities
• Opportunity to grow and develop within a values-led, innovative care provider
• Counselling and legal support through our enhanced EAP scheme

About Us

At Belong, we provide high-quality, person-centred care to people in a warm and supportive residential setting. Every individual we support has unique needs, and we tailor each care package accordingly, building a compassionate and skilled team around their requirements.

We live and work by our values and seek individuals who share them. If you are:

Stronger together, working as part of a supportive and inclusive team.

Want to be your best and provide exceptional care and support.

Have respect for everyone.

Believe in a better tomorrow, where we continually grow and learn.

And Care from the Heart,
Join us!

Who We Care For

Our clients come from diverse backgrounds with varied interests and needs. Some enjoy listening to music and spending time with friends; others may be keen readers or gardeners.

The common bond among all our clients is that your support with daily routines and encouragement to remain as independent as possible helps maintain a healthy and happy life in later years.

"This isn't just a job - it's your opportunity to make a real difference in someone's life."

As a Team Leader at Belong, you will provide professional leadership, coaching, and development to a team of dedicated support workers. You will be responsible for medication management within the household, ensuring accurate records and up-to-date customer plans. Demonstrable experience and awareness that challenges may arise will help you plan your time and support team effectively, always supporting individual needs.

This role is ideal for someone who cares deeply about health and well-being in later years. The right candidate will be an exceptional role model and hold an NVQ Level 3 in Care (or be working toward it); experience in a dementia care setting is preferred.