Care Team Leader - Days

Runwood Homes; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card and discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Comprehensive induction and ongoing培训

Free DBS Check and uniform

Funding and support towards obtaining

Opportunities to progress your career

Employee of the Month awards

Job summary

Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential and dementia care across England. We are seeking a dynamic Care Team Leader to oversee a team of Care Assistants, deliver person-centred care, and maintain high standards of safety and independence for residents.

You will manage care plans, support the Home Manager, handle medication duties and audits, and contribute to staff development through training and on-going supervision.

Qualifications

• Experience in dementia care and leading teams.
• Strong organisational and people skills.
• Ability to plan and provide high-quality person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Plan and provide care that keeps residents safe, respected, and independent.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Handle medication administration and support medication audits.
• Support Home Manager and Deputy Manager and contribute to staff development.

Skills

Team leadership

Person-centred care

Dementia care

Record keeping

Medication management

Education

NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care

Diploma in Health & Social Care (advantageous)

Job description

Shift Patterns: 7:15am - 9:15pm, every other weekend

About the role:

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

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

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQs
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Employee of the Month awards

About you:

We are seeking a dynamic Care Team Leader who excels in person-centred care planning, possesses expertise in dementia care, and has experience of leading teams to deliver exceptional care. The ideal Care Team Leader will exude a positive energy, be competent in building 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 leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 55 homes across England. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.