Care Team Leader - Dartford

Care England; Dartford; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Lifeways Rewards discounts

Blue Light Card discounts

3% employer pension

Gym discounts

Job summary

Lifeways in Kent is seeking a Care Team Leader to join our team in Dartford. This full-time role (37.5 hours) pays £14.60 per hour with rota-based shifts (7am–2.30pm, 2.30pm–10pm). You will lead a dedicated team delivering compassionate, person-centred care, supporting individuals to lead valued lives.

The role offers development opportunities, funded qualifications, and a supportive team environment. Prior leadership or senior care experience is welcomed.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a care team or senior support role.
• NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) required.
• Commitment to delivering person-centred care and safeguarding standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of support workers.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred care is delivered.
• Support individuals with daily routines and goals.
• Conduct staff supervisions, interviews, and ongoing development.
• Promote best practices and safeguarding standards.
• Communicate effectively with staff, service users and external professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and use IT systems confidently.

Skills

People leadership

Team mentoring

Safeguarding

IT systems

Documentation

Education

NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

Job description

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Job Description

Care Team Leader – Kent - Dartford
Salary:£14.60 per hour
Hours:Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Shifts:7am–2.30pm, 2.30pm–10pm (rota-based)

Are you ready to take the next step in your care career? At Lifeways in Kent we’re proud to support individuals in leading valued and fulfilling lives. We’re currently looking for adedicated and proactive Care Team Leaderto join our established service, working alongside our Service Manager to lead a passionate team delivering person-centred care.

Whether you're an experienced Team Leader or a Senior Support Worker ready to progress, Lifeways offers a truly rewarding career with genuine development opportunities, fully funded qualifications, and a supportive team environment.

“Lifeways helped me grow into a leadership role. I feel trusted, supported, and proud of the difference we make every day.”
— James, Care Team Leader at Lifeways

Your Role as a Care Team Leader

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and mentoring a team of Support Workers
• Ensuring high-quality, person-centred care is delivered
• Supporting individuals with daily routines and personal goals
• Conducting staff supervisions, interviews, and ongoing development
• Promoting best practices and safeguarding standards
• Communicating effectively with staff, the people we support, and external professionals
• Maintaining accurate records and using IT systems confidently

Please note:You will be working on arota basis, andshift patterns are assigned—you will not be able to select your own shifts.

Why Join Lifeways?

We offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose, recognition, and room to grow.

Feeling Valued

• £14.60 hourly rate
• Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
• Free DBS check
• Discounts and cashback at major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, theme parks, holidays and more via Lifeways Rewards
• New: 10% off at B&Q for all team members
• Eligible for the Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, food, days out and more
• £200 for every successful referral

Being Supported

• 8 paid days of training per year
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and wellbeing support
• Cycle to Work Scheme – up to £1,000
• Gym discounts – save up to £192 a year
• Eye care and health cash plans
• 3% employer pension contribution

Having Impact

• Access to funded Health & Social Care qualifications and apprenticeships
• Help individuals thrive at home and in the community
• Be part of a service that celebrates every achievement, big or small

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from experiencedCare Team LeadersorSenior Support Workerswith anNVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent). If you’re a committedCare Assistant or Support Workerwith a strong track record and the ambition to progress, we’ll provide the training and development you need to succeed.

Join Lifeways and be part of a team that’s transforming lives—every single day.

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