Team Leader (Sheffcare)

Sheffcare Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A local charity organization in Sheffield is seeking a Team Leader who will work across multiple residential care homes. The ideal candidate should have a Level 3 qualification and 1 year of relevant experience. Responsibilities include staff supervision, ensuring quality care, and liaising with professionals. The organization values kindness, dignity, and respect, offering extensive training and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Full induction, mentorship, and training

Access to 100+ e-learning courses

Career progression opportunities

Free drinks and subsidised meals

Enhanced maternity pay after 5 years of service

Paid holidays that increase with service

Double pay on Christmas Day and holidays

Access to the NEST pension scheme

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a similar role is required.
• Be approachable and able to connect with others.
• Be willing to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise staff to ensure quality care delivery.
• Liaise with professionals regarding residents' care plans.
• Promote and uphold the organization's values.

Skills

Collaborative working

Motivational skills

Adaptability

Observational skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Empathy

Tech proficiency

Education

Level 3 qualification or above

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Team Leader to work across our 9 residential care homes located in Sheffield but will initially be based at Cotleigh Residential Home. This role will require you to have a valid UK driving license due to multi-site working.

Hours: 44 hours per week

Shift Pattern: 7.30am to 7.30pm and 7.30pm to 7.30am, 4 times per week; includes weekends (usually alternate) and bank holiday work

Pay: £14.23 per hour

All new team members are required to attend an induction at our training room in S13 prior to starting work in the care home. These are run every three weeks, starting on a Monday between 9:30am and 3:30pm.

Person Specification

• Be able to work collaboratively and motivate others
• Have 1 years’ experience in a similar role
• Be adaptable to change
• Have a level 3 or above qualification
• Have excellent observational skills
• Be able to build trust and rapport
• Have good time management and organisational skills
• Be willing to learn and develop
• Be approachable and able to connect and empathise with others
• Be able to use basic tech devices

What we offer

• Full induction, mentorship and ongoing training
• Access to 100+ elearning courses
• Guaranteed working hours on a permanent contract
• Career progression
• Access to diploma training courses
• Established not for profit charity
• Work in your local community
• Free drinks and subsidised meals
• Blue light discount package
• Access to the NEST pension scheme
• Reward and recognition incentives
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Free uniform
• Free DBS check
• Paid holiday which increases with length of service
• Enhanced maternity pay after 5 years service
• Double pay on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day
• Eligibility for The Company Shop membership

The job role

• To be an effective member of the management team, taking responsibility as Duty Manager as directed
• To be responsible for staff development, supervision and appraisals
• To ensure quality care is delivered to residents in accordance with their individual care plans
• To liaise with appropriate professionals to ensure that the residents receive the necessary support to achieve the goals identified in their care plans
• To lead by example and co-ordinate service provision whilst working alongside staff
• To represent the home at charity staff/management meetings as required including those under the disciplinary, disputes and grievance procedures
• To ensure, monitor and record security and safety of the home and the wellbeing of the residents
• To promote and uphold Sheffcare’s values
• To report effectively on all significant activity during the shift using the correct recording and information systems
• To implement and uphold safe working practices in line with our regulations and our policies and procedures
• To attend regular training where required
• To support positive relationships with our residents, their family, colleagues and professionals
• To record care using mobile technology

About Sheffcare

Sheffcare are an independent local charity established in 1994 and care for older people and people living with dementia in our nine residential care homes across Sheffield. We are a values driven charity committed to prioritising the wellbeing of those we support above all else. We believe in the power of compassion, and we are seeking individuals who share our ethos, regardless of their background or experience level.

What we value

• Kindness
• Dignity
• Respect
• Independence
• Choices

How to apply

Complete an application form to apply!

All Team Leader positions require an Enhanced DBS check as part of our commitment to safeguarding, full employment history details and reference information covering a minimum of 5 years (or longer, if you have worked in social care before).

We cannot accept applications from those requiring sponsorship.

Response timeline

Once you have submitted your application form, we will respond within 5 working days if your application has been selected for further consideration. Please be aware that due to the number of applications we receive, we may not always be able to respond to unsuccessful applicants.