Team Leader Nights (Part time)

Marton Care Homes; South Shields; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Marton Care Homes is seeking a dedicated Team Leader to join our warm, family-run home at The Lodge, Farnham Road, South Shields. You’ll lead a small team, support residents with daily living, and help create a respectful, dignified, engaging daily routine.

This permanent, part-time role (22 hours per week) requires NVQ Level 3 (or willingness to work towards it) and previous leadership experience. You’ll collaborate with GPs, plan care, and promote compassionate, person-centered care.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 or willingness to work towards this qualification.
• Previous experience in a similar care-led role.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support Residents with daily living and care needs.
• Train and supervise junior staff and new team members.
• Assist with mobility and dignity while delivering care.
• Monitor wellbeing and liaise with GPs and managers.
• Maintain care plans and write daily records.
• Encourage residents in social activities and hobbies.
• Answer nurse calls and respond to messages promptly.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team leadership

Reliability

Creativity

Motivation

Flexibility

Experience in similar role

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Job Description: Team Leader

Location: The Lodge. Farnham Road, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Type: Permanent, Part time(22 hours per week)

Sponsorship: Not currently available

Join Marton Care Homes – Make A Difference, Every Day

Marton Care Homes is a family-run care group, built on a foundation of compassion, respect, and a deep commitment to personalised care. Our vision is simple: to create homes where people are treated as individuals, supported with dignity, and empowered to live their best possible life.

AtThe Lodgethese values are at the heart of everything we do. We’re currently looking for a Team Leaderto join a team that truly cares about each other, our residents, and the quality of life we provide.

We believe life should be full of joy and purpose. That’s why we’re looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Senior Care Assistant to help create meaningful, engaging experiences for our residents every day. This is your chance to be part of something truly rewarding, helping make people smile and turning ordinary moments into lasting memories.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Team Leader, you’ll play a vital role in enriching the lives of residents by:

• Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting Residents, when required, with all aspects of daily living.


• Support training and supervision of junior and new Staff Members in all aspects of their work in the Home, under the supervision of senior Staff Members.


• Assist Residents in all aspects of their care needs (e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual). Provide supervision and attention when needed, ensuring Residents retain their comfort and dignity.


• Pay particular attention to assisting Residents who have limited mobility, or physical / learning difficulties making the best use of aids provided.


• Closely monitor Residents who may be confused and/or who have behavioural problems.


• Assist in the promotion of continence.


• Assist in the delivery of care for Residents who are dying or who have a progressive illness. Assist with last offices.


• Complete, observe & review care planning needs for Residents, and complete written daily records as instructed and in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.


• Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with Residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Home.


• Answer Nurse call system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly.


• Report on well-being of Residents and liaise with GPs and Support Managers etc.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Warm, approachable, and brimming with positivity


• Organised, reliable, and confident leading a Team


• Creative, enthusiastic, and able to motivate others


• Passionate about improving the lives of older people


• Able to work flexibly across some evenings and weekends


• Previous experience in a similar role


• NVQ level 3 (or willing to work towards this)

What We Offer

Working at Marton Care Homes means being part of something special. You’ll enjoy:

• A friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace


• Real opportunities for ongoing training and career progression


• A chance to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives every day


• A valued role within a close-knit team that cares as much about each other as we do our residents

If you believe that respect and compassion should be at the heart of care, we’d love to hear from you.