Team Leader Care reference: SYS-4908

Are you a motivated and compassionate professional seeking a fulfilling career path in the care sector? Care UK, a distinguished, multi-award-winning provider, invites you to explore the opportunity of a Care Team Leader. This role offers a blend of leadership responsibilities, direct resident care, and significant avenues for professional growth within a supportive and values-driven organisation.

The Opportunity: A Leadership Role with Impact

As a Care Team Leader at Care UK, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of care are delivered. Your responsibilities will encompass:

• Supervising and Leading Shifts: Take ownership of your designated shifts, providing effective guidance and support to your team.
• Comprehensive Case Management: Oversee individual resident care plans, fostering collaboration with families, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders to ensure holistic and personalised care is achieved.
• Medication Management: Administer and accurately record medications, adhering to strict protocols and ensuring resident safety.
• Risk Assessment Expertise: Conduct thorough risk assessments to proactively identify and mitigate potential hazards, safeguarding resident well-being.
• Empowering Resident Independence: Work collaboratively with care assistants to support residents in their daily needs, championing their autonomy and active lifestyles.
• Service Development: Contribute actively to the continuous improvement of services by collaborating closely with the leadership team.
• Cultivating a Positive Environment: Champion a fun, inclusive, and professional atmosphere for both residents and colleagues.

Key Advantages for Your Career Path

Joining Care UK as a Care Team Leader offers a wealth of benefits designed to support your professional and personal well-being:

• Financial Flexibility: Access your earned wages anytime through Wagestream, providing greater control over your finances.
• Enhanced Compensation: Benefit from increased pay rates on Bank Holidays.
• Unrivaled Development: Care UK is deeply committed to your growth. You'll have access to excellent training, opportunities for career advancement, and our approved apprenticeship scheme, enabling you to build a sustainable and progressive career.
• Lifestyle Savings: Enjoy hundreds of online and in-store discounts, helping you save on everyday expenses and leisure activities.
• Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of an annual holiday purchase scheme to tailor your leave to your needs.
• Holistic Support: Access comprehensive wellbeing support services to promote your mental and physical health.

What We're Looking For: Skills and Attributes for Success

To thrive in this role, candidates should possess:

• Formal Qualifications: An NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care is desirable, demonstrating a foundational understanding of the sector.
• Organizational Prowess: Strong organisational skills, IT literacy, and the ability to effectively allocate and delegate tasks are essential.
• Leadership Experience: Proven experience in leading and supervising teams is a significant advantage.
• Care Planning Knowledge: A solid understanding of care planning processes and best practices.
• Medication Competency: Experience in or a willingness to undertake comprehensive training in medication administration.
• Inherent Compassion: Above all, a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of others and a natural ability to connect with and support individuals.

At Care UK, we are dedicated to recruiting individuals who share our core values of caring, passion, and teamwork. If you have a strong desire to make a tangible difference in residents' lives and consistently place their needs at the forefront of your work, this is an exceptional opportunity. We believe in nurturing potential and are eager to help you fulfil yours.