Team Leader Care reference: SYS-5517

Embark on a fulfilling career with Care UK, a multi-award-winning care provider, as a Care Team Leader. This is an exceptional opportunity for passionate and dedicated individuals seeking a role that offers not only a rewarding experience but also robust training and significant avenues for professional growth.

The Opportunity: A Leadership Role in Person-Centred Care

As a Care Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of care for residents. Your responsibilities will include:

• Effectively leading and supervising your team during shifts, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Championing case management for residents, collaborating closely with families, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders to develop and implement comprehensive, person-centred care plans.
• Overseeing the safe and accurate administration and recording of medication.
• Conducting thorough risk assessments to ensure the safety and well-being of residents.
• Working collaboratively with care assistants to support residents with their daily needs, promoting independence and enhancing their quality of life.
• Partnering with the wider leadership team to drive service improvement and innovation.
• Maintaining a fun, inclusive, and professional approach in all interactions.

Why Join the Care UK Family? Key Advantages for Your Career:

Care UK is committed to supporting its employees both personally and professionally. By joining their team, you can expect a range of attractive benefits designed to enhance your working life:

• Financial Flexibility: Access your earned wages at any time through Wagestream.
• Recognition and Reward: Enjoy enhanced pay for Bank Holiday work.
• Professional Development: Benefit from extensive career development opportunities, comprehensive training programs, and access to an approved apprenticeship scheme. This is a significant advantage for those looking to advance their skills and qualifications in the health and social care sector.
• Lifestyle Savings: Take advantage of hundreds of online and in-store discounts to help save money on everyday purchases and leisure activities.
• Work-Life Balance: Utilize an annual holiday purchase scheme to better manage your time off.
• Holistic Support: Access dedicated wellbeing support services to ensure your overall health and happiness.

What We're Looking For: Key Considerations for Candidates

To thrive in this role and contribute to the Care UK mission, candidates should possess the following:

• Qualifications: An NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care is desirable, indicating a strong foundation in the field.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational abilities, IT literacy, and a proven knack for delegating tasks effectively are crucial for managing your team and responsibilities.
• Leadership Experience: Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise others is essential for this Team Leader position.
• Care Planning Acumen: A solid understanding of care planning processes is important for developing and executing effective resident care strategies.
• Medication Management: Experience in, or a willingness to undertake training on, administering medication is a key requirement.
• Inherent Empathy: Above all, a natural and genuine desire to make the lives of others more fulfilling is paramount.

At Care UK, the core values of caring, passion, and teamwork are at the heart of everything they do. If you have a strong desire to help people and place residents at the centre of your professional practice, you will find a supportive and values-driven environment. Care UK is dedicated to recruiting diverse, talented individuals who share this passion for making a difference. They see potential in everyone and are committed to helping you fulfil yours.