Residential Team Leader — Lead Compassionate Care

Shaw healthcare; Poole; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Refer a friend bonus

Paid annual leave

Employee ownership

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Shaw healthcare in Poole is seeking a caring Team Leader to guide a residential and nursing care team at Figbury Lodge. You will lead with compassion, ensuring safe, high-quality care for residents and supporting staff across shifts.

The role requires experience in residential care for older people, and an NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it). Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or working towards it.
• Experience leading or mentoring colleagues.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading, motivating and supporting the care team to deliver exceptional person-centred care
• Promoting best practice at all times
• Safely administering and recording medication in line with company policies
• Monitoring residents' health and wellbeing, reporting any concerns promptly
• Building positive relationships with residents, relatives and healthcare professionals
• Maintaining accurate care plans and documentation

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Shaw healthcare in Poole is seeking a caring Team Leader to guide a residential and nursing care team at Figbury Lodge. You will lead with compassion, ensuring safe, high-quality care for residents and supporting staff across shifts.

The role requires experience in residential care for older people, and an NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it). Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.