Team Lead - Senior HCA

Cornwallis Care Services Ltd; Lostwithiel; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay enhancements for extra shifts

Reward and recognition Schemes

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to grow and progress in a

Completive pay rates and enhancements

Job summary

Cornwallis Care Services Ltd is seeking a Day Team Leader to lead the day shift, supervise the care team and ensure high-quality, person-centred care for residents. You will mentor staff, support care planning, and uphold dignity and safety in daily operations.

The role emphasizes strong communication, leadership, and a hands-on approach to improve resident outcomes and staff wellbeing within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in the care sector.
• Experience leading a care team and coordinating shifts.
• Experience administering medication.
• Knowledge of CQC standards and safeguarding.
• Eligible to work in the UK with right to work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the care team during shifts.
• Administer and audit medication safely.
• Support care planning, reviews and risk assessments.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and escalate concerns.
• Mentor and supervise team members.
• Ensure high standards of care in line with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Medication administration

Care planning

DoLS knowledge

Tools

Restore2 training

First Aid training

Fire Warden training

Job description

Are you an experienced Senior Care Assistant or Healthcare Assistant ready to take the next step in your career? Cornwallis is looking for a motivated, compassionate and hands-on Day Team Leader to support and guide our dedicated care team at Cowbridge.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who leads by example, supports colleagues to deliver their best and is passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred care.

In this role, you will help lead the day-to-day care team, support colleagues in delivering exceptional care, contribute to the development and review of care plans, and ensure residents receive the dignity, respect and personalised support they deserve.

We are looking for someone with strong communication and organisational skills who can motivate others, work collaboratively with colleagues and help create a positive, supportive environment for both residents and staff.

If you are ready to develop your leadership skills and make a meaningful difference to residents' lives, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Us

Pay enhancements for extra shifts

Reward and recognition Schemes

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to grow and progress in a rewarding career

Completive pay rates and enhancements

You will:

• Lead and coordinate the care team during your shift
• Administer and audit medication safely
• Support care planning, reviews, and risk assessments
• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and escalating concerns appropriately
• Mentor and supervise team members
• Help maintain high standards in line with CQC requirements
• Take charge of the home in the absence of the Home Manager or Care Coordinator

What you’ll bring

• A strong work ethic and a kind, confident approach
• Great communication and leadership skills
• Experience assessing care needs and creating tailored care plans
• A genuine passion for elderly care and making every shift count

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in the care sector
• Experience administering medication
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Good understanding of safeguarding and person-centred care
• Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues
• Eligible to work in the UK and able to provide original documents for a DBS check
• Experience with care audits and quality monitoring
• Knowledge of CQC standards and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)
• Restore2, First Aid, and Fire Warden training

Pay Rates

• £14.44 per hour

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Please note that all roles are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.

We are not able to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. However, we welcome applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK, including those on Student or Graduate visas. We are able to offer contracts of up to 20 hours per week where this is in line with the conditions of your visa.