Team Leader - Nights (Residential Services)

Cedar Foundation; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in the UK is seeking a Team Leader (Nights) to support adults with learning disabilities in a safe environment. The role includes developing care plans, ensuring quality service delivery, and mentoring care assistants. This position requires a minimum of RQF Level 3 qualification in health & social care or equivalent experience, along with effective communication and understanding of learning disabilities. Competitive benefits include annual leave and an incremental pay scale.

Benefits

Annual leave of 6.4 weeks, increasing with service

Free car parking

Paid annual NISCC registration fees

Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Sick Pay

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Qualifications

• A minimum of RQF Level 3 qualification or at least 2 years’ experience in social care.
• Working knowledge of learning disabilities and associated needs.
• Effective communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager to develop care plans.
• Ensure quality care delivery.
• Mentor and supervise care assistants.

Skills

Effective communication

IT skills

Understanding of learning disabilities

Education

RQF Level 3 qualification in health & social care

GCSE English & Maths (A* - C) or equivalent

Job description

Job Ref

25-370-NTL-CROFT-WEB

Job Role

Team Leader (Nights)

Location

Croft Communities, Bangor BT20 4UR

Salary

£14.18 per hour

Hours

36 hours per week

The Job

Croft Communities Residential Services in Bangor Co. Down is made up of a residential home, registered with RQIA to provide services for 9 adults who have Learning Disabilities and associated complex needs, as well as a 7‑beded Respite Unit through which adults with learning disabilities can come and stay with us for a break. This service provides an opportunity for the main carers to get a break from caring duties and enables them to refresh and to be able to continue their caring role.

The Role

The role requires participation in the delivery of person‑centred care, including personal care and promotion of a team approach at all times with positive and constructive working relationships for the benefit of the service user. As part of the caring team, you will help create and maintain a caring and safe environment where the personal care and social needs of the residents are fulfilled.

• Support the Registered Manager to develop and implement personalised care plans and individual risk assessments to meet individual needs.
• Support the Registered Manager to ensure the delivery of quality care.
• Support with the management of budgets and resources effectively.
• Mentor and supervise the team of care assistants.

Benefits

• Annual Leave 6.4 weeks days pro rata in each leave year (inclusive of statutory days). This increases to 7.4 weeks after 5 years’ service and 7.8 weeks after 10 years’ service.
• Annual incremental pay increases on agreed salary scale.
• Auto‑enrolment pension scheme, 5% employee contribution and 4% employer contribution.
• Occupational Sick Pay that increases with service, up to 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay after 5 years'.
• Free car parking as well as tea and coffee.
• Paid annual NISCC registration fees (cost reimbursed).
• Investor in People Platinum accredited organisation with commitment to development of the staff team through training and learning opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to 24/7 Doctors support.
• Westfield Healthcare cashback scheme.
• Special offers at over 600 leading retailers.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Please note - At present The Cedar Foundation does not offer sponsorship

Essential Criteria

• A minimum of RQF Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a health & social care or related discipline AND at least 2 years’ experience in a social care setting providing support/care OR A minimum of GCSE English & Maths (A* - C) or equivalent AND at least 3 years’ experience in a regulated care or support environment.
• Working knowledge of learning disabilities and associated needs.
• Effective communication and IT skills.

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Closing

6th January 2026 @ 10am

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