Female Care Team Leader

Lifeways; Hamilton, Blantyre; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual rewards over £2,000

Cycle to Work

Gym discounts

Eye care

Blue Light Card

Referral bonus £200

8 paid training days

Qualifications & apprenticeships

Job summary

Lifeways is seeking a dedicated Care Team Leader to support the Registered Manager in leading day-to-day operations of our supported living services in Hamilton and Blantyre, South Lanarkshire. The role requires a full UK manual driving licence and a proven background in care leadership.

In this on-site leadership position, you will lead a team of support workers, uphold high standards of person-centred care, contribute to staff recruitment and development, and maintain meticulous records while

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in health and social care settings.
• NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Full UK manual driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of support workers.
• Maintain high standards of person-centred care.
• Support recruitment and staff development through supervisions and interviews.
• Communicate effectively with staff, external professionals and service users.
• Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff training

Communication

Recruitment

IT skills

Education

NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care

Tools

Record systems

Job description

Full time female Team Leader vacancy in South Lanarkshire.

A full UK manual driving licence is a requirement for this position.

Ready for a New Challenge? Become a Care Team Leader with Lifeways in South Lanarkshire

Are you an experienced care professional looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a leadership role where you can make a meaningful impact?

Lifeways is seeking a dedicated Care Team Leader to support our Registered Manager in leading the day-to-day operations of our supported living services in Hamilton and Blantyre. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established team and contribute to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

What We Offer

We believe in investing in our people. When you're supported, you succeed—and so do the individuals we support. Our benefits include:

• Over £2,000 in annual rewards
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save up to £1,000
• Gym discounts – Save up to £192 annually
• Eye care and health cash plans
• 10% discount at B&Q for all team members
• Blue Light Card eligibility – Discounts on shopping, food, leisure and more
• £200 for every successful referral
• 8 paid training days per year
• Access to recognised qualifications and apprenticeships

Career Progression

Whether you're already a Team Leader or Senior Support Worker with an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care, or a committed Care Assistant ready to take the next step, Lifeways offers excellent training and development to help you build a rewarding career.

“What gets me up on a cold and wet morning is the people I support and my team. I love doing this job and I can’t see myself doing anything else.” — Geoff, Team Leader at Lifeways

Your Role

As a Care Team Leader, you will:

• Lead and motivate a team of support workers
• Ensure high standards of person-centred care
• Support recruitment and staff development through supervisions and interviews
• Communicate effectively with staff, external professionals, and the people we support
• Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills