Care Team Leader - Dartford

Lifeways Group; Loose; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Lifeways Rewards discounts

Blue Light Card eligibility

Referral bonus £200

8 paid training days

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Lifeways Group in Kent is seeking a dedicated Care Team Leader to lead a team of Support Workers, delivering high-quality, person-centred care and helping people with daily routines and personal goals.

This role includes staff supervisions and interviews, ongoing development, safeguarding, effective communication with staff, the people we support and external professionals, and meticulous record-keeping using IT systems.

Qualifications

• Experience as Care Team Leader or Senior Support Worker with NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Willingness to work on a rota with set shift patterns.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

IT literacy

Education

NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care

Tools

IT systems

Job description

• 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 a rota basis, and shift patterns are assigned-you will not be able to select your own shifts.

We welcome applications from experienced Care Team Leaders or Senior Support Workers with an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent). If you're a committed Care Assistant or Support Worker with a strong track record and the ambition to progress, we'll provide the training and development you need to succeed.

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 a dedicated and proactive Care Team Leader to 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

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