Care Team Leader Nights

Sanctuary Group; Hollywater; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit care provider in the UK is seeking a Care Team Leader to oversee daily care and support staff. The ideal candidate has experience in care, strong communication skills, and compassion for older adults. Key benefits include occupational sick pay, employee advice services, and training opportunities. Apply early as positions may be filled quickly.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

24/7 employee advice service

Wellbeing resources

Cycle to Work scheme

Contributory pension plan

Parental leave schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in care is essential; an NVQ Level 3 in Social Care is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and a flexible approach required.
• Kindness and a genuine care for older people needed.

Responsibilities

• Look after the day-to-day needs of residents.
• Support Care Assistants in their development.
• Lead and coordinate activities for residents.
• Foster a kind and supportive environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Experience in care

Strong communication skills

Kindness and genuine care for older people

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Social Care

Job description

Overview

Care Team Leader role at Sanctuary Care. Location: Ashley House Residential Care Home, Forest Road, Bordon, Hampshire, GU35 0XT. Salary: £14.85 per hour. Requisition: 225633. Closing Date: [Please insert closing date if available].

Proud to be not-for-profit, Sanctuary Care provides high quality care homes where residents are looked after with dignity and respect. Our mission is to enrich the lives of residents, their families and our staff by going beyond standard care expectations.

Responsibilities

• Look after the day-to-day needs of residents with compassion and commitment, ensuring they are comfortable in their home.
• Support Care Assistants in their development and work with a team to deliver high-quality, personalised care in line with each resident’s care plan.
• Lead and coordinate activities to enrich residents’ lives, including leisure and social activities.
• Foster a kind and supportive environment for residents, families, and colleagues.

What skills do I need?

• Teamwork: a happy team leads to happy residents and a happy home.
• Experience in care is essential; an NVQ Level 3 in Social Care is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and a flexible approach.
• Kindness and a genuine care for older people and their needs, with a commitment to dignity and respect.

Your Benefits

• Occupational sick pay after 12 months of service (for contracted hours and subject to qualifying period).
• Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (medical and legal advice).
• Wellbeing resources through employee platforms including Aviva Digicare.
• Cycle to Work scheme for a greener commute.

Your Financial Wellbeing

• Overtime compensation options.
• Financial wellbeing support including access to affordable loans via salary finance and free mortgage advice.
• Exclusive discounts through e-hub platform.
• Contributory pension plan and life assurance.
• Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity and Shared).

Your Job

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata).
• Complimentary meals during long shifts.
• Growth and development through comprehensive training and internal career opportunities, including a Team Leader Development programme.
• Membership in inclusive staff networks (e.g., Parent Network, Disability Network).
• Loyalty recognition after 12 months’ service.
• CQC/CI Inspection bonus (subject to qualifying criteria).

About the role

As a Care Team Leader, you will lead the day-to-day care for residents, demonstrate compassion, and support Care Assistants in their development.

Job Reference: 225633

We are only accepting applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. If applying internally, use your internal careers account. We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time; please apply early.

Diversity and Inclusion

Inclusion is a core value. Sanctuary Care is committed to being a diverse, inclusive workplace where people thrive and meet customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the application process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.