Team Leader

Marton Care Homes; Langley Park; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Career progression pathways

Support from experienced management

Job summary

Marton Care Homes is seeking a dedicated Team Leader for Langley Park Care Home in Durham. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, person-centred care and leading a compassionate team within the Langley Park community.

The post requires a natural leader, strong organisational skills, and a commitment to resident wellbeing, with occasional evenings and weekends included as part of a permanent 33-hour week.

Qualifications

• Caring, approachable and passionate about making a difference.
• A natural leader who can inspire and support others.
• Organised, reliable and confident in taking responsibility.
• Committed to delivering person-centred care.
• Flexible and able to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Experienced within a senior care or Team Leader role.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or willing to work towards this qualification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the highest standards of care by supporting residents with daily living.
• Lead, mentor and support care colleagues to foster a positive team culture.
• Assist with training, supervision and development of junior team members.
• Provide high-quality physical, emotional and social support while promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Support residents with mobility needs and use of equipment.
• Monitor residents living with dementia or complex care needs.
• Complete and review care plans and daily records in line with policy.

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Compassionate care

Organisational skills

Flexibility

Senior care experience

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Location: Langley Park Care home, Langley Park, Durham, United Kingdom

Job Type: Permanent, 33 hours Full Time (includes occasional evenings and weekends)

Sponsorship: Not Currently Available

Join Marton Care Homes and Become Part of the Langley Park Community

At Marton Care Homes, we believe great care starts with great people. As a family-run care group, we're built on values of compassion, dignity, respect, and community. We create environments where residents feel valued, supported, and truly at home.

Located in the heart of Langley Park, our home is proud to be part of a close-knit community with strong local roots and a welcoming spirit. We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate Team Leader to join our caring team and help make a positive difference in the lives of our residents every day.

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to support older people in living fulfilling lives while becoming an important part of a home that sits at the centre of the local community.

About The Role

As a Team Leader, you will play a key role in ensuring residents receive the highest standard of care, support, and companionship. You will lead by example, supporting colleagues while fostering a warm, welcoming environment where residents can remain connected to the people, activities, and community they love.

Working closely with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and your wider team, you'll help create a positive atmosphere where everyone feels respected, valued, and included.

What You'll Be Doing

• Ensure the highest standards of care are delivered by supporting residents with all aspects of daily living when required.
• Lead, mentor, and support care colleagues, helping to create a positive and supportive team culture.
• Assist with the training, supervision, and development of new and junior team members.
• Provide high-quality physical, emotional, and social support while promoting residents' independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
• Support residents with mobility needs and ensure appropriate use of equipment and aids.
• Monitor and support residents living with dementia, confusion, or complex care needs.
• Promote continence care and assist with personal care requirements.
• Support residents and their families through sensitive and compassionate end-of-life care when required.
• Complete and review care plans, daily records, and documentation in line with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Encourage participation in activities, hobbies, and community events that promote wellbeing and social connection.
• Respond promptly to nurse call systems, telephone enquiries, and visitors.
• Build positive relationships with families, healthcare professionals, GPs, and external partners.
• Act as a role model within the home, promoting the values and standards of Marton Care Homes.

What We’re Looking For

• Caring, approachable, and passionate about making a difference.
• A natural leader with the ability to inspire and support others.
• Organised, reliable, and confident in taking responsibility.
• Committed to delivering person-centred care.
• Passionate about supporting older people and helping them stay connected to their community.
• Flexible and able to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Experienced within a senior care or Team Leader role.
• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, or willing to work towards this qualification.

Why Work in Langley Park?

Langley Park is a village built on community spirit, where people look out for one another and local connections matter. Our home reflects these values, creating a warm and friendly environment where residents feel part of something bigger than themselves.

As a Team Leader, you'll have the opportunity to help residents maintain meaningful relationships, enjoy local community engagement, and continue living lives filled with purpose, dignity, and companionship.

What We Offer

• A friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace.
• Opportunities for continuous training and professional development.
• Clear pathways for career progression.
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day.
• Support from an experienced management team.
• A close-knit team environment where your contribution is valued and recognised.
• The opportunity to become part of a home that is proud to serve the Langley Park community.