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Runwood Homes; Herongate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card and discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Comprehensive induction and ongoing培训

Free DBS Check and uniform

NVQ funding assistance

Career progression opportunities

Employee of the Month awards

Job summary

Runwood Homes is seeking a Care Team Leader to oversee a team of Care Assistants, delivering person-centred care to residents with dementia across our homes. You will plan and provide high-quality care to keep residents safe, respected and independent, while supporting the Home Manager and Deputy Manager.

We welcome NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care as advantageous but not essential; ongoing induction and opportunities for progression are offered, with a strong emphasis on professional

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a care setting.
• Knowledge of person-centred care planning and dementia care.
• NVQ3 advantageous but not essential; role requires compassionate management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide high-quality care that makes residents feel safe, respected and independent.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants to maintain the highest care standards.
• Oversee medication duties and conduct medication audits; support Home/Deputy Manager.

Skills

Team leadership

Dementia care

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

As a Care Team Leader at Runwood Homes, you'll be all about professionalism, kindness, and compassion. The Care Team Leader role requires you to plan and provide high-quality care that makes our residents feel safe, respected, and independent.

You will lead a team of Care Assistants, ensuring they are keeping up with the highest care standards. Keeping accurate records and communicating well with your colleagues are key parts of your role.

Our Care Team Leaders also support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager, giving physical, social, and emotional care to residents. You will handle medication and make sure everything is in order with medication audits.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure

Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

Free DBS Check and uniform

Funding and support towards obtaining NVQs

Opportunities to progress your career within the company

Employee of the Month awards

About you:

We are seeking a dynamic Care Team Leader who excels in person-centred care planning, possesses expertise in dementia care, and has experience of leading teams to deliver exceptional care. The ideal Care Team Leader will exude a positive energy, be competent in building strong relationships, and demonstrate outstanding organisational skills.

Holding an NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care is advantageous but not essential.

About Runwood Homes:

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 55 homes across England. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.