Care Team Leader

Sanctuary Group; Prestwick; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking care provider as a Care Team Leader, where kindness and compassion are at the core of our mission. You will lead a dedicated team in delivering personalized care to residents, ensuring their dignity and respect. Enjoy extensive training opportunities, a supportive environment, and a commitment to your wellbeing. With over 100 care homes, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. This role offers a fulfilling career path with recognition for your loyalty and hard work.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

Confidential 24/7 employee advice service

Cycle to Work scheme

Overtime pay

Contributory pension plan

Life assurance

Parental leave schemes

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Complimentary meals during long shifts

CI Inspection bonus

Qualifications

• Compassionate nature and commitment to resident care.
• Ability to oversee and support Care Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily resident needs with compassion.
• Support Care Assistants' development and facilitate activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Care experience (NVQ3 in Social Care)

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility

Respect and dignity for older people

Education

NVQ3 in Social Care

Job description

At Sanctuary Care, we believe in providing high-quality care homes where people are looked after with dignity and respect. Kindness is at the heart of our care, and we carefully select staff for their compassionate nature. Our goal is to care, nurture, and enrich the lives of our residents, staff, and their families.

Care Team Leader

Queens Care Home, 34 Ardayre Road, Prestwick, Ayrshire

£14.60 per hour

22 hours available

Why work for us?

• We aim to enrich the lives of residents and staff, supporting each other and working as a team.
• We offer extensive training and promotion opportunities.
• Enjoy job satisfaction and a supportive environment at Queens.
• Join over 100 care homes where the team makes a difference from the moment you walk in.

Our package includes support for:

Your Mind and Body

• Occupational sick pay after 12 months (contracted hours only, qualifying period applies)
• Confidential 24/7 employee advice service, including medical and legal advice
• Wellbeing resources through employee platforms like Aviva Digicare
• Cycle to Work scheme for greener commuting

Your Financial Wellbeing

• Overtime pay
• Support for loans and free mortgage advice via salary finance
• Discounts through our e-hub platform
• Contributory pension plan
• Life assurance
• Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity, Shared)

Your Job

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Complimentary meals during long shifts
• Training and internal career growth, including a Team Leader Development programme
• Inclusive staff networks like the Parent Network and Disability Network
• Loyalty recognition from 12 months onward
• CI Inspection bonus (qualifying criteria apply)

Role Overview

As a Care Team Leader, you will oversee daily resident needs, demonstrating compassion and commitment to positively impacting their lives. You will work with a dedicated team and support Care Assistants' development. Key aspects include providing personalized care, facilitating leisure activities, and supporting residents, families, and colleagues with kindness and support.

Skills Needed

• Teamwork and a positive team environment
• Care experience (NVQ3 in Social Care desirable)
• Excellent communication skills and flexibility
• Genuine respect and dignity for older people and their needs

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to inclusion and equality. Please note, applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Internal applicants should use their internal careers account. We reserve the right to withdraw the vacancy at any time.