Senior Care Assistant (Team Leader) (days & nights)

EQ Care Group; Whitchurch-On-Thames; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Half day off for birthday

Blue Light Discount Card

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Salary advance scheme

Contributory pension

Learning & Development

Team member rewards

Free meals on shift

Free tax review service

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

EQ Care Group is seeking a Senior Care Assistant (Team Leader) for Cedar Lodge in Whitchurch-on-Thames. The role focuses on leading the care team to deliver safe, compassionate support for residents and building strong relationships with those living and working in the home.

The position requires NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, strong communication, and IT skills. The employer highlights work‑life balance, development opportunities, and a range of staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is required/desirable.
• Experience in a similar environment is desirable.
• Flexible, patient, caring attitude with a people-focused approach.
• Proficiency in IT and ability to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the care team to provide safe, effective, and well-led care.
• Support residents to achieve outcomes through an enabling approach.
• Represent the Cedar Lodge brand with a professional, welcoming presence.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Home Manager.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Office IT

Independent work

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Care Assistant (Team Leader) (days & nights)

Cedar Lodge, Eastfield Lane, Whitchurch-on-Thames, Reading RG8 7EJ

Role Overview

Do you want to be part of something special? Would you much prefer a better work / life balance? Do you want to belong to an organisation that care about YOU? If you answered Yes, then what are you waiting for? As a Team Leader at Cedar Lodge you will be placed at the heart of the home along with the people that live here. We know that if you’re ok, the people who live here will be ok too - so ensuring you have fun is important! We want you to sit with people and eat meals and we want for you to build relationships with the amazing people we support.

Responsibilities and Duties

• To professionally lead the care team at all times to ensure a safe, effective and well lead care provision is maintained.
• Support the people in the home to achieve the outcomes they wish to achieve – through an enabling and supportive approach
• Represent the Cedar Lodge brand by maintaining a professional and welcoming presence for all team members, residents, and visitors.
• Attend and actively contribute to team meetings.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Home Manager to support the overall functioning of the home.

Skills, Qualifications and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Hold NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care
• Experience within a similar environment desirable
• You need to be flexible, patient, with a 'can do' caring attitude, and a real 'people person'
• Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office and internal applications; with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also being self-motivated and capable of working independently.

The Care Home and Company

Cedar Lodge opened in July 2025; a 45-bed nursing and dementia specialist care home in the heart of Whitchurch-on-Thames, combines modern comfort with classic charm, offering a welcoming home for people who need care & support. With spacious en-suite bedrooms, spectacular communal areas, and beautiful gardens, Cedar Lodge is a place to live well and thrive. We are looking for people to join our heart-centred team who will provide exceptional, personalised care, ensuring everyone feels valued, supported, and at home at Cedar Lodge.

To find out more information about EQ Care, please visit our website: www.eqcare.org

Benefits of working at EQ Care

• half day off for your birthday - start your celebrations early!
• Blue Light Discount Card - access exclusive savings and offers.
• 28 days of annual leave (pro rata) - enjoy a healthy work-life balance.
• Salary advance scheme (Level) - access earned pay when you need it.
• Contributory pension - helping you plan for your future.
• Dedicated Learning & Development - continuous training and career growth opportunities.
• Team member rewards - recognising and celebrating your hard work.
• Free meals on shift - enjoy a meal on us while you work.
• Free tax review service - making sure you keep more of what you earn.
• Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £500 for successful referrals! (Terms apply)

Please note: If you are not a UK resident, you must already have the legal right to work in the UK, with at least 14 months remaining on your visa. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

** This job description may differ as new information technology, policies and contractual agreements change, and we reserve the right to vary duties without notice

up to £56,010 per annum (Dependent on experience) pro rata