Night Care Team Lead — Inspire Excellence & Safe Nights

Crystal Care Group South East; Calderdale; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction training

Paid breaks

Blue Light Card

Enhanced DBS check

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Uniform provided

Pay Day Breakfast

Free meal on shift

Leadership development opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Crystal Care Collection in Calderdale is seeking a dedicated Night Care Team Leader / Night Deputy Manager to oversee the night shift, lead the team and ensure safe, dignified care for residents.

You will work closely with the General Manager to uphold high standards, manage medication, care plans, and regulatory requirements, and provide coaching and development for the night staff.

This role offers induction training and opportunities for progression within a supportive management team.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Experience in Senior Care Assistant/Team Leader within residential or nursing care.
• Confident leading a team and making decisions independently at night.
• Experience administering medication and maintaining care documentation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Leads by example and develops colleagues.
• Calm and professional in emergencies.
• Committed to high standards of quality and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the night care team to deliver person-centred care.
• Ensure safe, smooth operation of the home overnight.
• Administer, order and record medication per policy.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and escalate concerns.
• Collaborate with General Manager and on-call team.
• Maintain high records and complete audits and supervisions.
• Support induction and development of new staff.
• Respect confidentiality and health & safety compliance.
• Provide hands-on care as needed.
• Attend to emergencies calmly and professionally.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Organisational skills

Medication administration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Crystal Care Collection in Calderdale is seeking a dedicated Night Care Team Leader / Night Deputy Manager to oversee the night shift, lead the team and ensure safe, dignified care for residents.

You will work closely with the General Manager to uphold high standards, manage medication, care plans, and regulatory requirements, and provide coaching and development for the night staff.

This role offers induction training and opportunities for progression within a supportive management team.