Care Team Leader (Days) in Stanmore

Job summaryJewish Care is seeking a caring, motivated and experienced Care Team Leader to join our care team and help deliver high-quality, person-centred care to older people. In this daytime role, you will lead and support care staff, coordinate daily activities and ensure residents receive safe, compassionate and responsive care that meets their individual needs. You will help promote dignity, independence, wellbeing and quality of life, while ensuring care plans are followed and high standards are maintained. Working closely with colleagues, residents and their families, you will contribute to a warm, inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported. This is an opportunity to combine hands-on care with team leadership and make a meaningful difference to residents and their families every day.Main duties of the jobAre you passionate about providing excellent care and inspiring others to do the same? Join Jewish Care as a Care Team Leader and play a vital role in helping older people live with dignity, comfort and choice. You will guide and support colleagues, lead by example and help create a positive environment where residents feel safe, respected and at home. We are looking for someone with experience in a care setting, confidence in supervising others and a compassionate, proactive approach to meeting individual needs. A relevant Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, or equivalent, is required, alongside good communication, organisational and teamwork skills. If you are committed to high standards of care and want to make a real difference while developing your leadership skills, we would love to hear from you.About usJewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Every week, we support thousands of older people, families and individuals through residential care, nursing care, retirement living, community services, mental health support and social work. Our services are built around dignity, compassion and inclusion, creating environments where people can live meaningful lives. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion and Inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering outstanding care while investing in our colleagues through training, development and a supportive working environment. When you join Jewish Care, you become part of a dedicated team that values every individual and works together to make a lasting difference in people's lives. We welcome colleagues from all backgrounds and faiths who share our commitment to compassionate, person-centred care.DetailsDate posted15 October 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
15.80 an hour
ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time

Reference numberVPBAF726DEJob locationsStanmoreHA7 3FTUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesWe are looking for a caring, motivated, and proactive Care Team Leader to join our residential and nursing care teams. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced care professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care while supporting and leading others to achieve the very best outcomes for residents.As a Team Leader, you will lead shifts, support and guide care staff, and ensure residents receive safe, compassionate, and responsive care that promotes wellbeing, dignity, independence, and quality of life.You will play an important role in creating a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment for residents, relatives, colleagues, and visitors, while helping to maintain the high standards our services are known for.The Care Team Leader role is worked on a rota basis and includes evening and weekend shifts.Average hours: 40.25 hours per weekShift pattern: 2-week rolling rotaWeek 1: 4 days Week 2: 3 daysShift length: 12-hour shifts (8-8)Includes some weekend workingWhat You Will Be DoingLeading and coordinating care staff during shifts to ensure excellent standards of care are consistently deliveredSupporting residents with personal care and daily living activities in line with individual care plans and preferencesPromoting residents physical, emotional, social, psychological, and spiritual wellbeingContributing to the development and review of care plans to ensure care remains person centred and responsiveResponding promptly and appropriately to alarms, incidents, emergencies, and resident requestsSupporting, mentoring, and motivating care staff to maintain a positive and professional team cultureAssisting with staff induction, supervision, learning, and development, including agency staff where requiredMaintaining accurate records and ensuring effective communication with residents, relatives, colleagues, and healthcare professionalsPromoting health, safety, safeguarding, and compliance with organisational policies and care regulationsSupporting an excellent customer experience for all residents, families, and visitorsWhat We Are Looking ForEssentialQCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalentExperience working within a care environment, including supervising staff within a care settingExperience supporting older people, including individuals living with dementia and physical disabilitiesUnderstanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and person-centred care practicesKnowledge of medication administration and CQC regulations/KLOEsStrong communication, leadership, and organisational skillsAbility to manage challenging situations positively and work effectively under pressureGood IT skills, including the use of electronic care planning systemsA flexible and compassionate approach to supporting residents needsDesirableAssessor or Mentor qualificationUnderstanding of Jewish values, culture, and traditionsWhat We OfferCompetitive salary and benefits package Excellent learning and development opportunities Ongoing training and career progression Supportive leadership and team environment The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of older people and their familiesWhy Join Us?At Jewish Care, youll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team where your contribution is truly valued. We are committed to creating inclusive environments where residents and colleagues can thrive, and where high-quality care is delivered with kindness, dignity, and respect every day.
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Job responsibilitiesWe are looking for a caring, motivated, and proactive Care Team Leader to join our residential and nursing care teams. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced care professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care while supporting and leading others to achieve the very best outcomes for residents.As a Team Leader, you will lead shifts, support and guide care staff, and ensure residents receive safe, compassionate, and responsive care that promotes wellbeing, dignity, independence, and quality of life.You will play an important role in creating a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment for residents, relatives, colleagues, and visitors, while helping to maintain the high standards our services are known for.The Care Team Leader role is worked on a rota basis and includes evening and weekend shifts.Average hours: 40.25 hours per weekShift pattern: 2-week rolling rotaWeek 1: 4 days Week 2: 3 daysShift length: 12-hour shifts (8-8)Includes some weekend workingWhat You Will Be DoingLeading and coordinating care staff during shifts to ensure excellent standards of care are consistently deliveredSupporting residents with personal care and daily living activities in line with individual care plans and preferencesPromoting residents physical, emotional, social, psychological, and spiritual wellbeingContributing to the development and review of care plans to ensure care remains person centred and responsiveResponding promptly and appropriately to alarms, incidents, emergencies, and resident requestsSupporting, mentoring, and motivating care staff to maintain a positive and professional team cultureAssisting with staff induction, supervision, learning, and development, including agency staff where requiredMaintaining accurate records and ensuring effective communication with residents, relatives, colleagues, and healthcare professionalsPromoting health, safety, safeguarding, and compliance with organisational policies and care regulationsSupporting an excellent customer experience for all residents, families, and visitorsWhat We Are Looking ForEssentialQCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalentExperience working within a care environment, including supervising staff within a care settingExperience supporting older people, including individuals living with dementia and physical disabilitiesUnderstanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and person-centred care practicesKnowledge of medication administration and CQC regulations/KLOEsStrong communication, leadership, and organisational skillsAbility to manage challenging situations positively and work effectively under pressureGood IT skills, including the use of electronic care planning systemsA flexible and compassionate approach to supporting residents needsDesirableAssessor or Mentor qualificationUnderstanding of Jewish values, culture, and traditionsWhat We OfferCompetitive salary and benefits package Excellent learning and development opportunities Ongoing training and career progression Supportive leadership and team environment The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of older people and their familiesWhy Join Us?At Jewish Care, youll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team where your contribution is truly valued. We are committed to creating inclusive environments where residents and colleagues can thrive, and where high-quality care is delivered with kindness, dignity, and respect every day.Person Specification
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EssentialPlease refer to job description aboveDesirablePlease refer to job description aboveDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameJewish CareAddressStanmoreHA7 3FTUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameJewish CareAddressStanmoreHA7 3FTUnited KingdomEmployer's website