Care Team Leader - Nights

Anchor; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Newcastle-under-Lyme is seeking a Care Team Leader. The ideal candidate will effectively oversee care operations and manage staff assignments to ensure exceptional and compliant service delivery. They will conduct care assessments and foster a positive environment for both residents and staff. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing quality care and enjoy comprehensive benefits, including career advancement opportunities and well-being support.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Discounts on gym memberships

Access to online GP appointments

Financial guidance services

£250 bonus for refer-a-friend programme

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills to oversee staff and shifts.
• Experience in care settings is preferred.
• Ability to conduct medication procedures and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Deputy Manager for care consistency.
• Manage staff assignments and oversee shifts.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and uplifting resident spirits.

Skills

Leadership

Compassion

Medication management

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Hours: 42 (Nights)

Are you fuelled by a genuine passion for bringing joy to those in need of care? If you're equipped with the right expertise and eager to embark on an exciting journey of making a real difference in people's lives, we invite you to consider joining us as a Care Team Leader.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the Deputy Manager to ensure our residents receive top‑notch care consistently.
• Oversee shifts and manage staff assignments.
• Conduct medication procedures and care assessments.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Play a key role in uplifting the spirits and well‑being of our residents while fostering a culture of success within our care team.

Benefits

• Exciting opportunities for career advancement, from Care Assistant roles to Leadership positions
• Access to comprehensive training for your Level 3 qualification and beyond
• Discounts on gym memberships, wellness services, and more
• Above Industry rates of pay
• Exclusive savings on popular brands, vacations, tech gadgets, and beyond
• Enjoy a £250 bonus through our refer‑a‑friend programme
• Dedicated well‑being support
• Access to Online GP appointments
• Eligibility for a Blue Light card, unlocking substantial savings for frontline heroes
• Financial guidance, free life assurance, Salary Advance options, and lots of other perks

Chesterton Lodge in Newcastle‑under‑Lyme is home to well‑trained and helpful staff with rooms for up to 64 residents. At Anchor, we pride ourselves in providing 24‑hour care and specialised services for elderly people, the beauty of our grounds, the quality of our catering and our engaging activities we deliver.

Location & Accreditation

• Rated Good by CQC
• On a local bus route
• Great work environment with opportunities to progress further

Anchor – a great place to work

Anchor is England’s largest not‑for‑profit provider of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.

We’re not‑for‑profit, which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.

A rewarding environment

From health and happiness to finance and your career, we’ll give you all the support you need.

Health & Happiness

• Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts
• Mental health support
• Flexible working options

Finance

• Pension plan – contribute between 4% and 8% and we’ll match it or better
• Quick and easy pension transfer service
• Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance
• Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more

Career

• Ongoing personal and professional development programme
• Leadership Pathways online learning resources
• Career progression and promotion opportunities

Celebrating diversity, celebrating you

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other.

We are proud to have an LGBT+ group for our residents, and also Disability, LGBT+ and race and ethnicity colleague networks. These work to celebrate diversity, address concerns, review policy and practice and empower their members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to allow all colleagues to be part of promoting diversity and to be an ally to others.

We are a member of Inclusive Employers, a Stonewall Diversity Champion and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant and HouseProud Pledge schemes.

Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role.

If you're ready to infuse your caring spirit and dynamic leadership into our team, seize this opportunity to be part of our vibrant community dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support. Let's embark on this exhilarating journey together!