At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a caring team and support residents in achieving their goals.
- Company: Cedar Lodge Care Home, a heart-centred organisation prioritising staff wellbeing.
- Benefits: Birthday half-day off, Blue Light discounts, 28 days leave, and free meals on shift.
- Other info: Join a modern care home with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a supportive work environment.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 33176 - 33176 £ per year.
Cedar Lodge Care Home, Whitchurch on Thames
8am - 8pm Days
8pm - 8am Nights
Up to £33,176 per annum (pro rata)
Up to 44 hours per week
Role Overview
Do you want to be part of something special? Would you much prefer a better work / life balance? Do you want to belong to an organisation that cares about YOU? If you answered Yes, then what are you waiting for? As a Team Leader at Cedar Lodge you will be placed at the heart of the home along with the people that live here. We know that if you’re ok, the people who live here will be ok too – so ensuring you have fun is important! We want you to sit with people and eat meals and we want for you to build relationships with the amazing people we support.
Responsibilities and Duties
- To professionally lead the care team at all times to ensure a safe, effective and well-led care provision is maintained.
- Support the people in the home to achieve the outcomes they wish to achieve – through an enabling and supportive approach.
- Represent the Cedar Lodge brand by maintaining a professional and welcoming presence for all team members, residents, and visitors.
- Attend and actively contribute to team meetings.
- Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Home Manager to support the overall functioning of the home.
Skills, Qualifications and Abilities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Hold NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care.
- Experience within a similar environment desirable.
- You need to be flexible, patient, with a ‘can do’ caring attitude, and a real 'people person'.
- Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office and internal applications; with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also being self-motivated and capable of working independently.
The Care Home and Company
Cedar Lodge opened in July 2025; a 45-bed nursing and dementia specialist care home in the heart of Whitchurch-on-Thames, combines modern comfort with classic charm, offering a welcoming home for people who need care & support. With spacious en-suite bedrooms, spectacular communal areas, and beautiful gardens, Cedar Lodge is a place to live well and thrive. We are looking for people to join our heart-centred team who will provide exceptional, personalised care, ensuring everyone feels valued, supported, and at home at Cedar Lodge.
Benefits of working at EQ Care
- Half day off for your birthday – start your celebrations early!
- Blue Light Discount Card – access exclusive savings and offers.
- 28 days of annual leave (pro rata) – enjoy a healthy work-life balance.
- Salary advance scheme (Level) – access earned pay when you need it.
- Contributory pension – helping you plan for your future.
- Dedicated Learning & Development – continuous training and career growth opportunities.
- Team member rewards – recognising and celebrating your hard work.
- Free meals on shift – enjoy a meal on us while you work.
- Free tax review service – making sure you keep more of what you earn.
- Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £500 for successful referrals! (Terms apply)
Please note: If you are not a UK resident, you must already have the legal right to work in the UK, with at least 14 months remaining on your visa. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
This job description may differ as new information technology, policies and contractual agreements change, and we reserve the right to vary duties without notice.
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