Care Team Leader

Runwood Homes; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable care provider is seeking a dynamic Care Team Leader for their home in South Ockendon. In this role, you will lead a team of Care Assistants, ensuring the provision of high-quality care tailored to each resident's needs. Responsibilities include planning care, managing medication, and maintaining records. Ideal candidates will have experience in dementia care and strong leadership skills. This position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Accrued Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Scheme

Funding for NVQ Level 1 and 2

Qualifications

• Experience in person-centered care planning.
• Expertise in dementia care.
• Strong leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Care Assistants.
• Plan and review resident care plans.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively.
• Support Home Manager in daily operations.
• Manage medication processes and audits.

Skills

Person-centered care planning

Dementia care expertise

Team leadership

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

Care Team Leader - Bank
Care Home: Leatherland Lodge
Hours per week: Bank
Salary: 13.60 an hour

About the role: As a Care Team Leader at Runwood Homes, you'll be about professionalism, kindness, and compassion. The 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 uphold the highest care standards. Keeping accurate records and communicating well with colleagues are key parts of your role.

Our Care Team Leaders also support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager, delivering physical, social, and emotional care to residents. You will handle medication and ensure everything is in order with medication audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Care Assistants to deliver high-quality, person-centered care.
• Plan, coordinate, and review resident care plans to ensure safety, respect, and independence.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with colleagues and management.
• Support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager in daily operations.
• Manage medication processes and participate in medication audits to ensure compliance.

Benefits

• Accrued Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts
• Employee Assistance Scheme for employees and immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care
• Opportunities to progress 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, has expertise in dementia care, and has experience leading teams to deliver exceptional care. The ideal candidate will exude positive energy, build 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 provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 59 homes across the UK. Our commitment is to delivering personalised care and celebrating the lives of our residents.

We prioritise professional development, investing in internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels to ensure our team can provide the highest quality of care.

We continually advance in dementia care and strive to set new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure safeguarding of adults. All positions 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 assist you.