Part-Time Care Team Leader | Inspire & Support

Leonard Cheshire; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pay advances (before payday)

Blue Light Card

Pension & life cover

Health cash plan

Career development

Free DBS membership

Employee assistance

Job summary

Leonard Cheshire is seeking a capable Team Leader to guide a care team at Chipstead Lake. The role focuses on delivering person-centred support to up to 22 adults, with rota planning and staff development responsibilities to ensure high-quality care.

You will lead by example, oversee training, and collaborate with families and health professionals. A supervisory background in care and NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory role within a care setting.
• 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 with customers to achieve goals and promote independence.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies.
• Provide hands-on care and administer medication when needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Flexible/on-call

Education

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Leonard Cheshire is seeking a capable Team Leader to guide a care team at Chipstead Lake. The role focuses on delivering person-centred support to up to 22 adults, with rota planning and staff development responsibilities to ensure high-quality care.

You will lead by example, oversee training, and collaborate with families and health professionals. A supervisory background in care and NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent are preferred.