Night Care Team Leader: Lead with Compassion

St Marys Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Warm workplace

Training & development

Career progression

Meaningful role

Supportive team

Job summary

Adel Square Care Home in Leeds is seeking a proactive Team Leader (Nights) to supervise care teams and ensure high-quality, person-centred care for residents. The role includes leading by example, supporting staff, and maintaining a compassionate environment across night shifts.

The successful candidate will have previous Team Leader or Senior Care Assistant experience, hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, and be prepared to work a rota that includes weekends.

Qualifications

• Passion for caring for older people.
• Leads with warmth, kindness and compassion.
• Confident in supporting and motivating a team.
• Experience as a Senior Care Assistant or Team Leader or similar role.
• Organised and able to work a rota including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support care teams to deliver safe, compassionate, and person-centred care.
• Assist residents with daily living while promoting independence, dignity, and choice.
• Support induction, training, and development of new and junior team members.
• Monitor residents' physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing.
• Assist with care planning, record keeping, and reviewing residents' changing needs.
• Support residents living with dementia and those who may experience confusion or behavioural challenges.
• Provide compassionate end-of-life care and support residents and families.
• Encourage participation in activities, hobbies, and meaningful social interactions.
• Communicate effectively with families, healthcare professionals, and colleagues to ensure the best outcomes.
• Act as a role model for best practice and foster a positive, supportive team culture.

Skills

Team leadership

Compassion

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Adel Square Care Home in Leeds is seeking a proactive Team Leader (Nights) to supervise care teams and ensure high-quality, person-centred care for residents. The role includes leading by example, supporting staff, and maintaining a compassionate environment across night shifts.

The successful candidate will have previous Team Leader or Senior Care Assistant experience, hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, and be prepared to work a rota that includes weekends.