Team Leader - Extra Care

TN United Kingdom; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in community care is seeking a dedicated Team Leader to join their innovative team in Bury St Edmunds. This full-time role offers a blend of care and administrative responsibilities, where you'll provide specialized support to clients while leading a team of care workers. With opportunities for career progression, structured induction, and ongoing support, this position is perfect for individuals passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults. Enjoy benefits like a mileage allowance, pension contributions, and a minimum of 28 days annual leave. If you have a commitment to quality care and strong communication skills, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Mileage allowance for cars and bikes (35p per mile)

NEST pension (company contributions included)

Opportunities for career progression

Structured induction and ongoing support for new starters

Referral bonus of at least £100 per successful recommendation

Minimum 28 days annual leave for full-time roles

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Team Leader is advantageous but not essential.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the extra care complex by providing specialized support tailored to individual needs.
• Oversee supervision/meetings and support care workers.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Willingness to Learn

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Working towards NVQ Level 3

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Team Leader - Extra Care, Bury St Edmunds

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Client:

Radis Community Care

Location:

Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Radis Community Care has an opportunity for a Team Leader to join our team based at Cullum Road, IP33 3PB.

Cullum Road offers 32 one and two-bedroom apartments for older people seeking to maintain independence with the reassurance of a dedicated care team on site.

At this time, we are unable to consider sponsorship for this role.

This is a full-time position, 50% care and 50% admin, including shifts from 7am to 2pm and 2pm to 9pm, with office hours from 9am to 5pm. The contract is for 37.5 hours per week.

Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role at present.

About the role

As a Team Leader, you will support our extra care complex by providing specialized support tailored to individual needs. You will be the primary contact for care packages, overseeing supervision/meetings and supporting care workers. Your responsibilities include scheduling work, ensuring personal care and care tasks are client-specific, assisting with medication, personal care, and community support. You will participate in the on-call rota and provide emergency cover when needed.

Benefits

• Mileage allowance for cars and bikes (35p per mile)
• NEST pension (company contributions included)
• Opportunities for career progression
• Structured induction and ongoing support for new starters
• Referral bonus of at least £100 per successful recommendation
• Minimum 28 days annual leave for full-time roles

Skills and Qualifications

Previous experience as a Team Leader is advantageous but not essential. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, working towards Level 3, or be willing to obtain it. Good communication skills and a willingness to learn are essential. An enhanced DBS check is required. A driving license and access to a vehicle are desirable but not mandatory.

About Radis

Founded in 2001, Radis Community Care is a leading provider of community-based social care and support for vulnerable adults and children across England and Wales. We focus on enabling individuals to live independently in their own homes and communities. Our services range from brief daily visits to 24-hour live-in care, tailored to individual needs. Radis is an Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.