Care Team Leader

Lifeway’s Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Edinburgh is seeking a Care Team Leader to support daily operations at Heron Court, a service promoting independence for individuals with learning disabilities. The role involves leading a team, ensuring high care standards, and supporting staff recruitment and development. Ideal candidates will have a background in care, strong leadership skills, and an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care. Lifeways offers competitive benefits including rewards, discounts, and professional development opportunities.

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

Qualifications

• Experienced in a care professional role.
• Proven leadership abilities.
• Strong written and IT skills.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Person-centred care

Effective communication

Team motivation

Recruitment support

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?

Lifeways is seeking a dedicatedCare Team Leader to 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 Leader orSenior Support Worker with an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care, or a committedCare Assistant ready 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.