Cedar Lodge Care Home, Whitchurch on Thames
Senior Care Assistant (Team Leader)
8am - 8pm
Up to £33,176 per annum (pro rata)
Up to 44 hours per week
Cedar Lodge, Eastfield Lane, Whitchurch-on-Thames, Reading RG8 7EJ
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 care about YOU? If you answered Yes, then what are you waiting for?
Responsibilities and Duties
- To professionally lead the care team at all times to ensure a safe, effective and well lead 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.
To find out more information about EQ Care, please visit our website: www.eqcare.org
Benefits of working at EQ Care
- ½ 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
Cedar Lodge Care Home, Whitchurch on Thames
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Senior Care Assistant (Team Leader) employer: EQ Care Group
Cedar Lodge Care Home is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and growth of its team members. With a heart-centred work culture, employees enjoy benefits such as a birthday half-day off, a Blue Light Discount Card, and continuous learning opportunities, all while working in a beautiful, supportive environment dedicated to providing high-quality care. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents in the charming setting of Whitchurch-on-Thames.
