Care Team Leader

Lifeways; Royal Leamington Spa; Sur place; GBP 23 000 - 29 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Over £2,000 in total rewards per year

£200 for every successful referral

10% off at B&Q for all team members

Blue Light Card – discounts onshopping

Gym discounts – save up to £192 a year

Cycle to Work Scheme – up to £1,000

Eye care and health cash plans

Free enhanced DBS check

Résumé du poste

Lifeways in Leamington Spa is seeking a Care Team Leader to guide our team in delivering person-centred care. You will work with the Service Manager to shape daily delivery, support staff development, and help people we support live fulfilling lives.

This full-time role offers career progression, NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care, and a chance to make a real difference every day. You’ll lead recruitment, supervise shift patterns, and promote outstanding care standards while maintaining records

Qualifications

• Experience as a Care Team Leader or Senior Support Worker with relevant NVQ/QCF.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including digital literacy.
• Proven ability to lead teams and support others to grow.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Responsabilités

• Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers to deliver person-centred care.
• Oversee recruitment, staff development and supervision.
• Conduct interviews and provide coaching and guidance.
• Communicate effectively with staff, people supported, and external professionals.
• Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills.
• Support day-to-day service delivery with the Service Manager.

Connaissances

Leadership experience

Staff development

Communication skills

Team motivation

Formation

NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care

Outils

MS Office

Description du poste

Care Team Leader – Leamington Spa
Contract: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
Shifts: Early, late, and sleep-in shifts on a rota basis
Join Lifeways as a Care Team Leader and play a vital role in leading our established services in Leamington Spa. Working alongside our Service Manager, you’ll help shape the day-to-day delivery of person-centred care, support your team’s development, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we support.

We offer genuine career progression, nationally recognised qualifications, and a workplace where your leadership is valued and your impact is felt.

“Lifeways gave me the chance to step into leadership, and I’ve grown so much—professionally and personally. The support and trust here are second to none.” — Jordan, Team Leader at Lifeways

Your Role

• Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers to deliver exceptional, person-centred care
• Ensure individuals supported by Lifeways live fulfilling, independent lives
• Oversee recruitment, staff development, and supervision
• Conduct candidate interviews and provide coaching and guidance
• Communicate effectively with staff, people we support, and external professionals
• Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills

About You

• Have experience as a Care Team Leader or Senior Support Worker with an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Or are experienced Care Assistants/Carers with a strong track record and ambition to progress
• Possess excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and digital
• Are confident in leading teams and supporting others to grow
• Are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care

Why Join Lifeways?

We believe in creating a workplace where you feel valued, are supported, and can truly have impact. Here’s how:

Feeling Valued

• Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
• £200 for every successful referral
• 10% off at B&Q for all team members
• Eligible for the Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, food, days out and more
• Gym discounts – save up to £192 a year
• Cycle to Work Scheme – up to £1,000
• Eye care and health cash plans
• Free enhanced DBS check

Being Supported

• 3% employer pension contribution
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and wellbeing support
• 8 paid days of training per year
• Access to qualifications and apprenticeships
• Opportunity to gain Health & Social Care qualifications funded by Lifeways

Having Impact

• Lead a team that transforms lives every day
• Help individuals reclaim independence and dignity
• Be part of a service that tailors support to each person’s unique journey

At Lifeways, our values—Caring, Honest, One Team, Innovative, Courageous, Equal (CHOICE)—guide everything we do. We’re committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone feels respected, empowered, and able to be themselves.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.