Care Team Leader: Lead a Dedicated Support Team

Lifeway’s Group; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual rewards

Funded qualifications

Free DBS check

Cycle to Work

Gym discounts

Eye care

Blue Light Card

Employee referrals

Pension contribution

Training days

Apprenticeships

Job summary

Lifeways in Gateshead is seeking a dedicated Care Team Leader to support our Service Manager in overseeing a well-established service. You will lead a team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and contribute to staff development.

We offer a full-time role (37.5 hours/week) with extensive rewards and benefits, funded qualifications, DBS paid by the company, cycle to work, gym discounts, and generous pension contributions to support your career progression.

Qualifications

• Experienced Care Team Leaders or Senior Support Workers with an NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Ambitious Support Workers or Care Assistants with a strong track record and a desire to progress.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care
• Support recruitment and staff development
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, service users, and external professionals
• Maintain accurate records using digital systems

Skills

Team leadership

NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care

Support Workers

Education

NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care

Job description

Lifeways in Gateshead is seeking a dedicated Care Team Leader to support our Service Manager in overseeing a well-established service. You will lead a team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and contribute to staff development.

We offer a full-time role (37.5 hours/week) with extensive rewards and benefits, funded qualifications, DBS paid by the company, cycle to work, gym discounts, and generous pension contributions to support your career progression.