Care Team Leader - Extra Care | Lead & Develop

Orwell Housing Association; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave (pro rata)

Free DBS checks

Cashback Health plan

Blue Light Card access

Orwell Academy training & development

Free staff parking on site

Job summary

Orwell Housing Association is seeking a Care Team Leader for Levington Court, Lowestoft. The post oversees a dedicated care team, ensuring person-centred support at Levington Court Extra Care service. The role collaborates with the Registered Manager to maintain day-to-day operations and high-quality care.

Salary £29,643.52 per year, 38 hours weekly, Monday to Friday 9:00am–5:00pm. DBS checks and a strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusion are required. Visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Level 3 in Health and Social Care or above.
• Supervisory qualification or commitment to achieve within 18–24 months.

Responsibilities

• Meet with new customers to assess their care and support needs, working closely with other agencies to ensure coordinated and person‑centred care.
• Lead by example within the service, empowering, motivating and supporting team members to deliver high‑quality care.
• Contribute to the recruitment, induction and ongoing integration of new members of the care team.
• Carry out regular reviews with customers and liaise with professionals to develop and update care plans and care packages.
• Deliver workshops and awareness sessions on key aspects of care provision, including completing competency checks.
• Provide one‑to‑one support to team members, including supervision, appraisals and reflective practice.

Skills

Health & Social Care

Supervisory qualification

Education

Level 3 Health & Social Care or above

Job description

Orwell Housing Association is seeking a Care Team Leader for Levington Court, Lowestoft. The post oversees a dedicated care team, ensuring person-centred support at Levington Court Extra Care service. The role collaborates with the Registered Manager to maintain day-to-day operations and high-quality care.

Salary £29,643.52 per year, 38 hours weekly, Monday to Friday 9:00am–5:00pm. DBS checks and a strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusion are required. Visa sponsorship is not offered.