Care Team Leader - Leith

Lifeway’s Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Edinburgh is looking for a Care Team Leader to oversee day-to-day operations at Heron Court, a supported living service. Ideal candidates should have experience in care and leadership roles, as well as qualifications in Health & Social Care. The role includes motivating support staff, ensuring high care standards, and maintaining communication with external professionals. Lifeways offers competitive benefits and opportunities for training and career advancement.

Benefits

Over £2,000 in annual rewards

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym discounts

Eye care and health cash plans

10% discount at B&Q

Blue Light Card eligibility

£200 for every successful referral

3% employer pension contribution

8 paid training days

Access to recognised qualifications and apprenticeships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading care teams or previous role as Senior Support Worker.
• Strong commitment to delivering high standards of care.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of support workers.
• Ensure high standards of person-centred care.
• Support recruitment and staff development.
• Communicate effectively with staff and external professionals.
• Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills.

Skills

Leadership

Effective communication

Person-centred care

Team motivation

IT skills

Education

NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care

Job description

Full time Team Leader vacancy in Leith

Ready for a New Challenge? Become a Care Team Leader with Lifeways in Edinburgh

Are you an experienced care professional looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a leadership role where you can make a meaningful impact?

Lifewaysis seeking a dedicatedCare Team Leaderto support our Registered Manager in leading the day-to-day operations of Heron Court, a purpose-built supported living service with 24 individual flats designed to promote independence for people with Learning Disabilities and Autism.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established team and contribute to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

What We Offer

We believe in investing in our people. When you're supported, you succeed—and so do the individuals we support. Our benefits include:

• Over £2,000 in annual rewards
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save up to £1,000
• Gym discounts – Save up to £192 annually
• Eye care and health cash plans
• 10% discount at B&Q for all team members
• Blue Light Card eligibility – Discounts on shopping, food, leisure and more
• £200 for every successful referral
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 8 paid training days per year
• Access to recognised qualifications and apprenticeships

Career Progression

Whether you're already aTeam LeaderorSenior Support Workerwith an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care, or a committedCare Assistantready to take the next step, Lifeways offers excellent training and development to help you build a rewarding career.

“What gets me up on a cold and wet morning is the people I support and my team. I love doing this job and I can’t see myself doing anything else.” — Geoff, Team Leader at Lifeways

Your Role

As aCare Team Leader, you will:

• Lead and motivate a team of support workers
• Ensure high standards of person‑centred care
• Support recruitment and staff development through supervisions and interviews
• Communicate effectively with staff, external professionals, and the people we support
• Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills

Apply Today

If you're passionate about care, confident in your leadership abilities, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Take the next step in your career with Lifeways.

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