Care Team Leader – Dementia Care & Team Development

The Runwood Group; Great Waltham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee assistance

Job summary

Runwood Homes is seeking a dynamic Care Team Leader to guide a team of Care Assistants, deliver high-quality, person-centred care, and ensure residents feel safe, respected and independent. You will plan care, monitor standards and keep accurate records while communicating effectively with colleagues and the Home Manager.

Experience in dementia care and team leadership is valued; NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is advantageous but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading Care Assistants and delivering person-centred care.
• Knowledge of dementia care and medication handling.
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide high-quality, person-centred care for residents.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain high standards.
• Keep accurate records and communicate with colleagues.
• Support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager in daily operations.
• Handle medications and conduct medication audits.

Skills

Team leadership

Dementia care

Care planning

Record keeping

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Runwood Homes is seeking a dynamic Care Team Leader to guide a team of Care Assistants, deliver high-quality, person-centred care, and ensure residents feel safe, respected and independent. You will plan care, monitor standards and keep accurate records while communicating effectively with colleagues and the Home Manager.

Experience in dementia care and team leadership is valued; NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is advantageous but not essential.