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Runwood Homes; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card and discounts

Job summary

Runwood Homes is seeking a dedicated Care Team Leader to plan and deliver high-quality care across our residential homes. You will lead Care Assistants, ensure safety and dignity, and work closely with Home and Deputy Managers.

The role emphasizes person-centred care, dementia expertise, and strong organisational skills. NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is advantageous but not essential. We offer training and progression opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading care teams with a focus on person-centred planning.
• Knowledge of dementia care and safeguarding best practices.
• Strong organisational and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants to deliver high-quality care.
• Plan and provide safe, respectful, resident-focused care.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Support Home Manager and Deputy Manager and assist with medication audits.

Skills

Team leadership

Person-centred care planning

Dementia care

Communication

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.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications or successfully recruit a suitable candidate. Early application is therefore encouraged.