Team Leader - Supported Living

Lifeway’s Group; North Cheam; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards

Cycle to Work

Gym discounts

Eye care plans

B&Q discount

Blue Light Card discounts

Referral bonus

Employer pension

Staff training days

Qualifications access

Job summary

Lifeways is seeking a Care Team Leader in North Cheam, United Kingdom. You will lead a team of Support Workers to deliver outstanding care, helping people live fulfilling, independent lives while ensuring high standards and person-centred support.

The role involves mentoring staff, supporting recruitment and training, maintaining accurate records with strong written and IT skills, and communicating with families and professionals.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care.
• Experience as Care Team Leader or Senior Support Worker welcomed.
• Passionate Care Assistant ready to step up considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers to deliver outstanding care.
• Ensure people we support live fulfilling, independent lives.
• Support recruitment, training, and supervision of staff
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, professionals, and families
• Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills

Skills

People leadership

Communication

Record keeping

Education

NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care

Job description

As a Care Team Leader, you will:

• Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers to deliver outstanding care
• Ensure people we support live fulfilling, independent lives
• Support recruitment, training, and supervision of staff
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, professionals, and families
• Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills

We welcome applications from:

• Experienced Care Team Leaders or Senior Support Workers with NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care
• Passionate Care Assistants or Carers ready to take the next step in their career

At Lifeways, we believe in creating a workplace where you feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a real impact. As a Care Team Leader, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of care by leading a dedicated team and delivering person-centred support that transforms lives.

Why Join Lifeways? We live our Choice Values every day:

• Caring - You'll be part of a team that puts people first.
• Honest - We foster trust through transparency and integrity.
• One Team - Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do.
• Innovative - We embrace new ideas to improve lives.
• Courageous - We're bold in our mission to make a difference.

Equal - We celebrate diversity and promote inclusion.

• Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
• Cycle to Work Scheme - up to £1,000
• Gym discounts - save up to £192 a year
• Eye care & health cash plans
• New! 10% off at B&Q for all team members
• Eligible for the Blue Light Card - discounts on shopping, food, days out & more
• £200 for every successful referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid days of training per year
• Access to qualifications & apprenticeship