Team Leader

Somerset Care; Street; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit care provider in the UK is seeking a Team Leader to lead a team in providing person-centred care, including for residents with dementia. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 QCF qualification in Health & Social Care or relevant experience in care settings. This position offers exceptional training, development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Wagestream: Access your earned wages before payday

Exceptional training & development

24/7 Free counselling service

Qualifications

• Experience in care and support, including dementia care and residential care settings.
• Proven experience in team leading and conducting medication management.
• Familiarity with end-to-end medication audits.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team in providing person-centred care for residents.
• Creating care plans and engaging residents in activities.
• Overseeing medication management and ensuring safe practices.

Skills

Leadership

Medication management

Dementia care

Team leading

Education

Level 2 QCF qualification in Health & Social Care

Willingness to work towards Level 3

Job description

Overview

Join Our Award-Winning Team as a Team Leader!

Shifts: 7.00am - 2.30pm and 2.15pm - 9.45pm, includes alternate weekends

Somerset Care is an award-winning not-for-profit provider of care across the South West. When people think about care, they think of the Somerset Care Group.

Southlawns recruits based on values – we welcome applications from those who hold Level 2 QCF qualification in Health & Social Care (and willing to work towards your Level 3) OR from those who have demonstrable experience. You must also have experience working in a care and support setting, leading a team.

At Somerset Care, we place a strong emphasis on supporting our team and providing them with outstanding benefits:

Benefits

• Wagestream: Access your earned wages before payday.
• So Much More Rewarding: Save an average of £1,000 annually with discounts at thousands of high street retailers.
• Exceptional training & development with recognised qualifications.
• The Hub online learning platform – your one-stop destination for continued growth.
• 24/7 Free counselling service for you and your family.
• Fully paid induction and DBS paid by Somerset Care.
• And much more!

We are seeking dedicated professionals with the right expertise to make a difference. As an award-winning not-for-profit provider, Somerset Care is renowned for delivering high-quality care, and we want you to be a part of it.

We welcome applications from those who have:

• Level 2 QCF qualification in Health & Social Care (or those willing to work towards Level 3).
• Experience in care and support, including dementia care and residential care settings.
• Proven experience in team leading, providing leadership, conducting medication management, and working within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Familiarity with end-to-end medication audits, ordering, and administering medication.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team in providing person-centred care for residents, including those with dementia.
• Creating care plans, assisting residents through mealtimes, engaging in activities, and ensuring that the team follows best practices.
• Overseeing medication management and ensuring safe practices in medication administration and audits.
• Providing strong leadership and empowering your team to deliver the highest standards of care.

As a Team Leader at Southlawns, you’ll play a crucial role in delivering exceptional care and contributing to our mission of doing the right thing. This is more than just a job – it's a role that makes a lasting impact.

What our staff say: “I’ve always felt incredibly proud to work for Somerset Care. The career opportunities and support I’ve received have been outstanding.”

Ready to take the next step? Apply now to speak with our friendly recruitment team!

If you’d like to chat with us, please call 01823 802 637 and select Option 1.

Somerset Care Group is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, or age.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we appoint a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.