Night Shift Team Leader – Care Home (Part-Time)

Leonard Cheshire; Rustington; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay advances

Blue Light Card

Pension & life cover

Health cash plan

Career development

DBS membership

Employee assistance

Job summary

Leonard Cheshire in Rustington (St Bridget’s) seeks a Team Leader to guide a compassionate care team in delivering person‑centred services. You’ll organise rotas, supervise staff, and support ongoing training to ensure excellent resident care.

The role involves hands‑on duties during shifts and coordinating with families and healthcare professionals while maintaining high standards of record‑keeping and compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory role within a care setting.
• A relevant qualification (NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent).
• Good communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Willingness to work flexibly and take part in the on-call rota.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team to deliver outstanding, person-centred care.
• Organise rotas and ensure the right staffing levels at all times.
• Support with training, development, and supervision of staff.
• Work alongside customers to achieve their goals and promote independence.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies.
• Step in to provide hands‑on care and administer medication when needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Leonard Cheshire in Rustington (St Bridget’s) seeks a Team Leader to guide a compassionate care team in delivering person‑centred services. You’ll organise rotas, supervise staff, and support ongoing training to ensure excellent resident care.

The role involves hands‑on duties during shifts and coordinating with families and healthcare professionals while maintaining high standards of record‑keeping and compliance.