Care Team Leader - Exmouth

Lifeways; Exmouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned care services provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Care Team Leader to manage a dedicated team of support workers in delivering exceptional person-centred care. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage of £13.70 and various opportunities for professional development, including health and social care qualifications. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and communication skills, alongside a valid UK driving licence. Join a rewarding environment that values personal growth and community involvement.

Benefits

Free DBS check

Discounts at high street shops

Cycle to work scheme

Free access to employee assistance program

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• Experience as Care Team Leader or Senior Support Worker preferred.
• Must hold a full UK Driving Licence.
• Energetic and hard-working individuals with a good sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of support workers.
• Ensure excellent person-centred care and support.
• Carry out staff supervisions and candidate interviews.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Excellent Communication

Motivation

Team Management

Patience

Education

NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Description

Fancy a new challenge? We are looking for an experienced care professional to be our next Care Team Leader.

Lifeways are looking for a Care Team Leader to work alongside our Service Manager in the leadership and day‑to‑day management of our established service, this is an exciting opportunity to join our established team. Lifeways offer genuine, rewarding career progression and investment in recognised qualifications.

• Full time / 37.5 hours
• £13.70 per hour
• Opportunity to gain health and social care qualifications funded by Lifeways.
• Free DBS check.
• Discounts and cashback at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure / theme parks, holidays and much more via Lifeways Rewards.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc.
• Free access to the employee assistance program which provides advice and support.
• Blue Light Card.

For this role we require staff who are able and willing to drive our company cars, therefore you must hold a full UK Driving Licence. Please note, for this position you will be expected to travel to services in Exmouth and Newton Abbot.

Applicants from experienced Care Team Leaders / Senior Support Workers holding an NVQ / QCF in Health & Social Care, (or equivalent) would be an advantage. However, if you are a dedicated Care Assistant or Carer with a solid track record, and the ambition to progress – Lifeways can offer you excellent training and ongoing development for you to enjoy a rewarding career with us.

As Team Leader you will lead and motivate a team of support workers ensuring that excellent person‑centred care and support is delivered to people supported by Lifeways to enable them to live a fulfilling and independent life.

You will be involved in the recruitment of, and the ongoing development of support workers by carrying out staff supervisions, candidate interviews and providing general guidance and expertise. You will possess excellent communication skills to communicate effectively with staff, people we support and outside professionals. In addition, good written communication and IT skills for record keeping.

The people we support suffer from learning difficulties, autism, challenging behaviours and some mobility issues; there manual handling would be required. We are looking for energetic, hard‑working individuals who also have a good sense of humour and patience. The people we support enjoy going out into the community to do a bit of shopping or engage in other exciting activities.