Team Leader | Elderly Care

S.N.G Health Care Agency; Otterbourne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus £500

Free meals on shift

Uniform provided

Blue Light Card discounts

Life insurance cover

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

S.N.G Health Care Agency is seeking an experienced Team Leader for a residential elderly care setting in Froxfield. You will lead shifts, support staff, and ensure safe, compassionate, person-centred care for residents, coordinating with families and health professionals.

The role requires leadership, a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, and experience in care environments, including medication administration and care planning. UK work eligibility and a proactive approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Positive, caring and compassionate approach to delivering high-quality care.
• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent/higher qualification.
• Experience in residential or nursing home settings.
• Experience as Senior Care Assistant, Care Supervisor or Team Leader.
• Experience with medication administration.
• Understanding of safeguarding, CQC standards and care regulations.
• Experience completing care plans and documentation.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to lead, support and motivate a care team.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and support a care team to deliver safe, person-centred care.
• Administer medication in line with care plans and regulations.
• Develop and review care plans and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with families, healthcare professionals, and the wider care team to achieve the best outcomes.

Skills

Compassionate care

Leadership

Team mentoring

Communication

Organisational skills

Flexible and proactive

Willingness to work in the UK

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

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.

Please note: We do not hold licences to support overseas candidates.

• 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
• £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