Female Care Team Leader

Lifeways; St Helens; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts

Blue Light Card eligibility

Refer-a-friend bonus up to £200

Cycle-to-work scheme

Pension contributions

Recognition programs

Job summary

Lifeways in St Helens is looking for a Care Team Leader to support the Service Manager across our well-established Supported Living Services. This full-time role spans 37.5 hours weekly and requires flexibility across a Monday–Sunday rota.

You will lead and motivate a team of Support Workers, deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care, and help people live more independently with dignity. Lifeways offers induction, ongoing development, and a clear career path, with benefits including pension

Qualifications

• Experienced Care Team Leaders or Senior Support Workers with an NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Ambitious Support Workers or Care Assistants with a strong track record and a desire to progress – we’ll support your growth with training and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care

Skills

Team leadership

Person-centred care

Education

NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care

Job description

Join Lifeways – Make a Real Difference Every Day

Lifeways is seeking a dedicated and motivated Care Team Leader to support our Service Manager in overseeing our well-established Supported Living Services in St Helens.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive organisation that values your development and offers genuine career progression.

Shift Details

• Full-time (37.5 hrs/week between Monday–Sunday)
• Shifts vary depending on weekly activities, with a maximum of 08:00am–22:00pm
• Sleeps may also be required to cover for sickness / holidays

Why Join Lifeways?

Have Impact:

Every role at Lifeways has a purpose — your work truly matters. Every effort you make helps transform lives, enabling people to live more independently and with dignity. Be proud of what you do: you will be part of a team driven by purpose, making a real difference every single day. And because you’re not just anyone , the impact you make will be felt.

Feel Supported:

We create a culture where every team member feels valued and supported. From a thorough induction to ongoing development opportunities, apprenticeships, and career pathways, we set you up for success. You’ll have regular supervisions and a strong team around you every step of the way — because you’re not just anyone , and your growth matters.

Be Valued:

Recognition is more than just words at Lifeways — we make sure every team member feels valued. You’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including retail discounts, Blue Light Card eligibility, a refer‑a‑friend bonus of up to £200, cycle‑to‑work scheme, pension contributions, and recognition programs. Most importantly, your voice matters and helps shape our future. We listen because you’re not just anyone — you’re part of our team.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from:

• Experienced Care Team Leaders or Senior Support Workers with an NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Ambitious Support Workers or Care Assistants with a strong track record and a desire to progress – we’ll support your growth with training and development

Your Role

As a Care Team Leader, you will:

• Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care