Care Team Leader- Stourside

Lifeway’s Group; Stourport-on-Severn; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards over £2,000/year

Referral bonus £200

10% off at B&Q

Blue Light Card discounts

Gym discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Eye care & health plans

Enhanced DBS check

Job summary

Lifeways in Stourport is seeking a Care Team Leader to guide our supported living services and lead a team delivering person-centred care.

You will work with the Service Manager to shape daily care delivery, support staff development, and help individuals reclaim independence with dignity.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Care Team Leader or Senior Support Worker with an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Or are experienced Care Assistants/Carers with a strong track record and ambition to progress
• Possess excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and digital
• Are confident in leading teams and supporting others to grow
• Are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers to deliver exceptional, person-centred care
• Ensure individuals supported by Lifeways live fulfilling, independent lives
• Oversee recruitment, staff development, and supervision
• Conduct candidate interviews and provide coaching and guidance
• Communicate effectively with staff, people we support, and external professionals
• Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

People development

Care sector experience

Education

NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care

Job description

Care Team Leader – Supported Living Services, Stourport

Contract: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
Shifts: Early, late, and sleep-in shifts on a rota basis (07:00-14:30/14:30-22:00)

Join Lifeways as a Care Team Leader and play a vital role in leading our established services in Stourport. Working alongside our Service Manager, you’ll help shape the day-to-day delivery of person-centred care, support your team’s development, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we support.

We offer genuine career progression, nationally recognised qualifications, and a workplace where your leadership is valued and your impact is felt.

“Lifeways gave me the chance to step into leadership, and I’ve grown so much—professionally and personally. The support and trust here are second to none.”
— Jordan, Team Leader at Lifeways

Your Role

As a Care Team Leader, you will:

• Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers to deliver exceptional, person-centred care
• Ensure individuals supported by Lifeways live fulfilling, independent lives
• Oversee recruitment, staff development, and supervision
• Conduct candidate interviews and provide coaching and guidance
• Communicate effectively with staff, people we support, and external professionals
• Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills

Whether you're an experienced Team Leader or a dedicated Carer ready to take the next step, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

About You

We welcome applicants who:

• Have experience as a Care Team Leader or Senior Support Worker with an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Or are experienced Care Assistants/Carers with a strong track record and ambition to progress
• Possess excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and digital
• Are confident in leading teams and supporting others to grow
• Are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care

Why Join Lifeways?

We believe in creating a workplace where you feel valued, are supported, and can truly have impact. Here’s how:

Feeling Valued

• Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
• £200 for every successful referral
• 10% off at B&Q for all team members
• Eligible for the Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, food, days out and more
• Gym discounts – save up to £192 a year
• Cycle to Work Scheme – up to £1,000
• Eye care and health cash plans
• Free enhanced DBS check

Being Supported

• 3% employer pension contribution
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and wellbeing support
• 8 paid days of training per year
• Access to qualifications and apprenticeships
• Opportunity to gain Health & Social Care qualifications funded by Lifeways

Having Impact

• Lead a team that transforms lives every day
• Help individuals reclaim independence and dignity
• Be part of a service that tailors support to each person’s unique journey

At Lifeways, our values—Caring, Honest, One Team, Innovative, Courageous, Equal (CHOICE)—guide everything we do. We’re committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone feels respected, empowered, and able to be themselves.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.