Team Leader Days and Nights

St Mary's Care Homes; Sutton Grange; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary’s Castle Grange in Scarborough is seeking a dedicated Team Leader to support residents with daily living, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality personalised care. You will work closely with GPs and managers to coordinate care, maintain care plans, and encourage residents’ engagement in activities.

The ideal candidate has leadership experience, a Warm, approachable manner, and NVQ Level 3 (or willingness to obtain).

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 qualification or willingness to work towards it.
• Experience in a similar care role.
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living, ensuring comfort and dignity.
• Supervise and guide staff while developing junior colleagues.
• Maintain accurate care plans and daily records in line with policy.
• Liaise with GPs and managers to coordinate patient care.
• Promote engagement in activities and social connections.

Skills

Team leadership

Empathy

Communication

Flexible

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Team Leader - Castle Grange, Scarborough

Location: Castle Grange, 16a Dean Road, Scarborough YO12 7SN

Hours: Permanent, Full-time (38.5 hours per week, alternate weekends)

Sponsorship: Not currently available

Make Everyday Matter at St Mary’s Care Group

Castle Grange sits just moments from Scarborough’s beautiful coastline, a place where sea air, calm surroundings and meaningful care come together. At St Mary’s Care Group, we’re committed to dignity, respect, and truly personalised support that helps every resident live well, with independence, comfort, and choice.

We’re looking for a warm, confident Team Leader who can bring positivity, connection, and leadership to life at Castle Grange. You’ll be part of a close-knit team that cares deeply for our residents and for each other, making every day brighter in a home full of heart.

Your Role

• Supporting residents with all aspects of daily living, ensuring comfort, dignity, and personalised care.
• Guiding and supervising staff, helping new and junior colleagues grow in confidence and skill.
• Providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support, especially for residents with limited mobility, learning difficulties or behavioural needs.
• Monitoring wellbeing, offering reassurance and close attention to residents who may be confused or experiencing challenges.
• Promoting continence and supporting residents with progressive illnesses or end-of-life care.
• Maintaining accurate care plans and completing daily records in line with company policies.
• Encouraging hobbies and social activities, helping residents stay connected to the things they love.
• Responding to calls and enquiries, passing messages promptly and communicating clearly.
• Liaising with GPs and managers, ensuring every resident receives the right support at the right time.

What We’re Looking For

• Warm, approachable and full of positivity
• Organised, reliable and confident leading a team
• Passionate about improving the lives of older people
• Flexible across some evenings and weekends
• Experienced in a similar role
• NVQ Level 3 qualified (or willing to work towards it)

What You’ll Enjoy

• A friendly, supportive and welcoming workplace
• Genuine opportunities for training and career progression
• A role where you make a meaningful difference every single day
• A close-knit team that values kindness, teamwork and compassion

If you believe happiness, empathy and dignity should be at the heart of care, we’d love to hear from you. Help us bring warmth, purpose, and coastal calm to life at St Mary’s Castle Grange.