Care Team Leader (Maternity Cover) - Castleford

Lifeways Group; West Witton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifeways Group is seeking a Care Team Leader (Maternity Cover) to oversee the day-to-day running of our Castleford services. You will lead and motivate a staff team, ensure high-quality, person-centred support, and support the Service Manager to meet regulatory standards.

The role requires supervisory experience, and a relevant health and social care qualification (NVQ/SVQ 3 or equivalent). Career development opportunities are highlighted as part of our expanding team.

Qualifications

• NVQ/SVQ 3 or QCF level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Previous management or supervisory experience is essential.
• Experience in care services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, advise and motivate a staff team to deliver person-centred care.
• Supervise staff and conduct regular team meetings to ensure quality service.
• Support the Service Manager to ensure regulatory compliance and day-to-day operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff supervision

Motivational skills

Education

NVQ/SVQ 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Care Team Leader (Maternity Cover) - Castleford Job Description

Care Team Leader - Castleford

If you believe that people have a right to choose how to run their own lives, then we would like to hear from you.

We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic Team Leader to manage the day-to-day running of our services helping service users with all aspects of their lives in Castleford

We are looking for people to join us to help achieve our aim of delivering a truly person-centred support service. In this role you will support the Service Manager to ensure that excellent services are delivered and ensure that the service is compliant with external regulatory standards. You will also be responsible for leading, advising and motivating a staff team and your duties will include staff supervision and team meetings.

Ideally you will hold an NVQ / SVQ 3 or a QCF level 3 award certificate or diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent, and have relevant experience preferably within the relevant field. You will have supervisory responsibilities therefore previous management/supervisory experience is essential.

We value our staff and work hard to develop their skills through the provision of training and support. We are expanding and so there are real opportunities for career development.