Care Team Leader: Lead with Compassion in Elder Care

St Marys Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Warm, welcoming workplace

Training and development

Career progression

Meaningful work

Job summary

Adel Square Care Home in Leeds is seeking a compassionate Team Leader to supervise day-to-day delivery of person-centred care. You will work with the senior team to support colleagues and ensure residents receive the highest standard of care and support.

The role can be days or nights, with a permanent full-time contract (38.5 hours per week) including alternate weekends. NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or a willingness to work towards it is preferred.

Qualifications

• Passion for caring for older people.
• Experience in a Senior Care Assistant or Team Leader role.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or willingness to work towards.
• Organised and able to work a rota including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support care teams to deliver safe, compassionate, and person-centred care.
• Assist residents with daily living while promoting independence, dignity, and choice.
• Support induction, training, and development of new and junior team members.
• Monitor residents' physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing.
• Support residents with mobility needs and ensure safe equipment use.
• Observe and report changes in health and wellbeing promptly.
• Assist with care planning, record keeping, and reviewing residents' changing needs.
• Support residents living with dementia and those with behavioural challenges.
• Provide compassionate end-of-life care and support families.
• Encourage participation in activities and meaningful social interactions.
• Communicate effectively with families, healthcare professionals, and colleagues.
• Act as a role model for best practice and foster a positive team culture.

Skills

Empathy

Team leadership

Communication

Calm under pressure

Organisation

Person-centred care

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Adel Square Care Home in Leeds is seeking a compassionate Team Leader to supervise day-to-day delivery of person-centred care. You will work with the senior team to support colleagues and ensure residents receive the highest standard of care and support.

The role can be days or nights, with a permanent full-time contract (38.5 hours per week) including alternate weekends. NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or a willingness to work towards it is preferred.