Care Team Leader - Lead, Develop & Deliver Person-Centred Care

Care England; Dartford; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Lifeways Rewards discounts

Blue Light Card discounts

3% employer pension

Gym discounts

Job summary

Lifeways in Kent is seeking a Care Team Leader to join our team in Dartford. This full-time role (37.5 hours) pays £14.60 per hour with rota-based shifts (7am–2.30pm, 2.30pm–10pm). You will lead a dedicated team delivering compassionate, person-centred care, supporting individuals to lead valued lives.

The role offers development opportunities, funded qualifications, and a supportive team environment. Prior leadership or senior care experience is welcomed.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a care team or senior support role.
• NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) required.
• Commitment to delivering person-centred care and safeguarding standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of support workers.
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred care is delivered.
• Support individuals with daily routines and goals.
• Conduct staff supervisions, interviews, and ongoing development.
• Promote best practices and safeguarding standards.
• Communicate effectively with staff, service users and external professionals.
• Maintain accurate records and use IT systems confidently.

Skills

People leadership

Team mentoring

Safeguarding

IT systems

Documentation

Education

NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Lifeways in Kent is seeking a Care Team Leader to join our team in Dartford. This full-time role (37.5 hours) pays £14.60 per hour with rota-based shifts (7am–2.30pm, 2.30pm–10pm). You will lead a dedicated team delivering compassionate, person-centred care, supporting individuals to lead valued lives.

The role offers development opportunities, funded qualifications, and a supportive team environment. Prior leadership or senior care experience is welcomed.