Care Team Leader

Kathryn Homes; Portstewart; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Northern Ireland seeks a Care Team Leader to lead a team ensuring high-quality, person-centred care. This role requires expertise in dementia care, strong organizational skills, and the ability to inspire a team, delivering exceptional care to residents in a supportive environment.

Benefits

28 days Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Scheme

Funding for NVQ Level 1 and 2

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

Free Access NI Check

Opportunities for career progression

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Expertise in dementia care and experience leading teams.
• Demonstrated ability in organizing care effectively.
• Positive energy and strong relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide high-quality care, leading a team of Care Assistants.
• Ensure compliance with medication audits and maintain accurate records.
• Support the Home Manager and provide physical, social, and emotional care.

Skills

Person-centred care planning

Dementia care

Organizational skills

Team Leadership

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Care Team Leader

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Care Team Leader - Days and Nights available

Care Home: Madelayne Court

Hours per week: 36 hours a week

Salary: £13.25 an hour

About the role:

As a Care Team Leader at Kathryn 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 Kathryn 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 Access NI Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care
• 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 Kathryn Homes:

At Kathryn Homes, we are passionate about providing professional, person-centred, residential and nursing care to older people in Northern Ireland, including those living with dementia. 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 Kathryn 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.

You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.