Team Leader | Elderly Care

S.N.G Healthcare Group LTD; Otterbourne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals whilst on shift

Uniform provided

Blue Light Card discounts

Life insurance cover

Ongoing training and development

Career progression pathways

Supportive management team

Joining bonus available

Job summary

Team Leader role in a residential elderly care setting located in Froxfield, Hampshire. You will lead a care team, ensure safe and compassionate support for older adults, and promote dignity and independence in daily care activities.

The position involves supervising shifts, mentoring staff, and collaborating with families and healthcare professionals to achieve the best outcomes for residents. A Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is required.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent/higher qualification.
• Previous experience in residential or nursing home care.
• Experience as Senior Care Assistant, Care Supervisor or Team Leader.
• Experience with medication administration.
• Understanding of safeguarding and CQC standards.
• Experience completing care plans and documentation.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and mentor care staff to maintain high standards of care.
• Support delivery of safe, compassionate, person-centred care to residents.
• Oversee medication administration and care planning tasks.
• Coordinate with families, healthcare professionals and the care team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Medication administration

Safeguarding knowledge

Care planning

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Team Leader | Elderly Care

Location: Otterbourne

Salary: £15.00 – £16.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Hours: 2 or 3 shifts per week – 12-hour shifts

Shifts: Nights

Shift Times: 12-hour shifts, in line with the needs of the service

Please note: We do not hold licences to support overseas candidates. You must have previous experience working as a Senior Care Assistant, Care Supervisor or Team Leader within a residential or nursing home setting.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Team Leader to join a residential elderly care setting located in Froxfield, supporting older adults and ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate and person-centred care.

This role is suitable for candidates commuting from Froxfield, Petersfield, Alton, Bordon, Waterlooville, Winchester, Farnham and surrounding areas.

As an experienced Team Leader, you will be responsible for supporting and leading a team of care staff while ensuring consistently high standards of care are maintained.

You will play a key role in leading shifts, supporting staff, mentoring team members and promoting the dignity, independence and wellbeing of residents.

You will be involved in supporting care delivery, administering medication, completing care plans and documentation, and working closely with families, healthcare professionals and the wider care team to achieve the best possible outcomes for residents.

Requirements

• A positive, caring and compassionate approach to delivering high-quality care
• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent/higher qualification
• Previous experience working within a residential or nursing home setting
• Previous experience in a Senior Care Assistant, Care Supervisor or Team Leader role
• Experience with medication administration
• Understanding of safeguarding, CQC standards and relevant care regulations
• Experience completing care plans and care documentation
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• Ability to lead, support and motivate a care team
• A motivated, flexible and proactive approach to work
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK without s p o n s o r s h i p

Benefits

• £15.00 – £16.00 per hour
• £500 joining bonus
• Free meals whilst on shift
• Uniform provided
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Life insurance cover
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Career progression pathways
• Supportive management team

Keywords

Team Leader / Senior Care Assistant / Care Supervisor / Elderly Care / Residential Care / Nursing Home / Dementia Care / Medication Administration / CQC / Safeguarding / Health and Social Care / Level 3 Diploma / Care Planning / Person-Centred Care / Older Adults / Care Team / Froxfield / Hampshire / Leadership / Senior Care Jobs