Team Leader - Days

TN United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the care sector is seeking a compassionate Team Leader to join their dedicated team at a state-of-the-art care home in Chester. This full-time role offers an excellent hourly rate and the opportunity to lead a committed staff team in providing exceptional care to residents with diverse needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health and social care, with a focus on medication management and person-centred care. Join a workplace that values safety, comfort, and quality care, while enjoying benefits such as career progression, paid training, and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Bank holiday and overtime enhancements

5.6 weeks annual leave

Paid DBS check

Uniform provided

Paid training and ongoing support

Refer a friend scheme

Comprehensive induction program

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a care certificate or NVQ Level 2 or above in Health and Social Care.
• Experience in medication management and administration is essential.

Responsibilities

• Promote the highest standard of person-centred clinical nursing care to residents.
• Manage, allocate duties, and supervise the care team to ensure quality care.

Skills

Medication management

Experience working with older people

Care certificate or NVQ Level 2

NVQ Level 3 in Social Care

Assessment and planning of care needs

Knowledge of the 6 principles of care

Good communication skills

Self-motivation

Education

Care certificate or NVQ Level 2

NVQ Level 3 in Social Care

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Team Leader - Days Grosvenor Manor Care Centre Care Full time Permanent

NewCareer, New You, New Opportunity; New Care!

Our stunning care home, Grosvenor Manor Care Centre, is a purpose-built facility in Great Boughton, Chester. The home is registered to provide care to 81 residents with diverse needs, including residential, nursing, and dementia care. We uphold the New Care vision of delivering the highest standards of safety, comfort, and care. Grosvenor Manor is rated OUTSTANDING in Responsive and GOOD in all other domains by CQC, with a 5* EHO rating. We prioritize safety, comfort, and quality care, and enjoy a good local reputation. We have maintained zero agency usage for over 4 years by employing a permanent staff team familiar with residents' needs, ensuring continuity and trust. All staff are paid above the national living wage.

We are seeking a kind, caring, and motivated Team Leader to join our team. You will support the Home Manager and Deputy Home Manager in providing leadership and managing the home effectively on a 24-hour basis within available resources. The position is full-time with an excellent hourly rate of £13.50. Shift times are 07:45-20:00, with alternate weekends off. Candidates must have a care certificate or NVQ Level 2 or above in Health and Social Care, with experience in medication management and administration.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Promote the highest standard of person-centred clinical nursing care to residents.
2. Manage, allocate duties, and supervise the care team to ensure quality care during shifts.
3. Act as a role model and demonstrate person-centred care delivery.
4. Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of adults under your care or contact.
5. Manage the delivery of personalised care plans for residents.
6. Support professional standards within the home, assisting the Deputy and Home Manager.
7. Provide supervision, coaching, and assessment to Care Assistants.
8. Ensure effective assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of resident care through written care plans.
9. Maintain accurate records as required by the company and regulatory bodies.
10. Manage daily rotas and delegate workloads to ensure sufficient staffing.
11. Complete new admission files within the first week, with contributions from the named nurse, senior carer, and key worker.
12. Build relationships with external professionals.
13. Assist the home manager in conducting regular quality audits of care plans.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Medication management and administration experience.
• Experience working with older people.
• Care certificate or NVQ Level 2 in Social Care or higher is essential.
• NVQ Level 3 in Social Care or equivalent, or achievement within the first 12 months of employment.
• Ability to contribute to assessment, planning, and evaluation of care needs.
• Knowledge of the 6 principles of care and their application in practice.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Self-motivation and confidence.

The Benefits:

• Opportunities for career progression into senior and management roles.
• Bank holiday and overtime enhancements.
• 5.6 weeks annual leave.
• Paid DBS check.
• Uniform provided.
• Paid training and ongoing support.
• Refer a friend scheme for certain roles.
• Comprehensive induction program.
• Opportunities for national qualifications and career development.
• Competitive pay rate.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Recognition awards such as Employee of the Month.
• Travel plan incentives.
• Christmas Bonuses.
• Pension scheme.
• HASTEE - access to wages before payday.