Care Team Lead

Join the Team at Glenabbey Manor, a friendly, safe and welcoming residential and dementia care home, with provision for up to 76 residents. Our residents are encouraged to enjoy as much of an independent lifestyle as possible, with the assurance of a compassionate, kind and professional care team, always on hand to support individuals' daily care needs and wishes. We are proud of our person-centred approach to care and treat our residents with the utmost respect and dignity. The modern accommodation at Glenabbey Manor is spacious, comfortable and beautifully designed, with easy accessibility enabling residents to move around safely.

About the role: As a Care Team Leader at Healthcare Ireland, you'll be all about professionalism, kindness, and compassion. The Care Team Leader role requires you to plan and provide high-quality care that makes our residents feel safe, respected, and independent. You will lead a team of Care Assistants, ensuring they are keeping up with the highest care standards. Keeping accurate records and communicating well with your colleagues are key parts of your role. Our Care Team Leaders also support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager, giving physical, social, and emotional care to residents. You will handle medication and make sure everything is in order with medication audits.

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care while promoting residents' dignity, independence, and wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate and timely care records in line with regulatory and company standards.
• Take responsibility for the smooth running of the home/unit during shifts and deputise for management when required.
• Administer and manage medication safely in accordance with company policies and national guidelines.
• Support, supervise, and mentor care staff, identifying training and development needs.
• Assist with staff recruitment, rota planning, and attendance monitoring.
• Ensure residents' personal care needs are met to the highest standard, including hygiene, dressing, and meal support.
• Promote equality, diversity, and respect for residents' cultural, religious, and personal values.
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and infection-controlled environment, reporting any health & safety or maintenance concerns.
• Comply with all relevant legislation, company policies, and mandatory training requirements.
• Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and a positive role model approach at all times.

The Benefits

• Paid annual leave
• The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
• Continuous professional development and training
• Values-led culture
• Overtime available at an enhanced rate
• Opportunities for progression
• Pension plan (if applicable)
• Attractive hourly rate
• Access NI fee paid for NISCC fee reimbursed after qualifying period
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• Monthly incentives and recognition awards
• Free parking

Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

Required Criteria

• Medications experience within care setting
• The Right to Work in the UK
• Educated to a minimum GCSE/NVQ 3 or above (or similar qualification) with a good standard of English
• Previous Care Experience

Desired Criteria

• Previous experience in care home setting
• Experience supervising staff

About The Company

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development.

Company Culture

We're always on the lookout for people who care, whether that's caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance. Our passionate, ever-growing team means that you'll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do.

Salary £13.75 per hour