At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a compassionate care team and provide personalised support to residents.
- Company: Luxury family-run residential care home in beautiful Hertfordshire countryside.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, paid breaks, and a supportive community atmosphere.
- Other info: Ideal for those passionate about quality care and building meaningful relationships.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while working in a serene environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in elderly care and medication administration preferred.
The predicted salary is between 16.77 - 16.77 £ per hour.
Location: Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Hours: Full Time - Days or Nights Available
Shift Patterns:
- Days: 8:00am - 8:00pm
- Nights: 8:00pm - 8:00am
Paid Breaks Included
Pay: £16.77 Per Hour - Paid Breaks - Competitive Rate
About the Home:
A luxury, family‑run residential care home set within 18 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside near Hitchin. The home is situated in a peaceful rural setting surrounded by open landscapes, wildlife, and grazing horses, offering a calm and restorative environment for residents and staff alike. Purpose‑built in 2012, the service provides high‑quality accommodation and excellent facilities designed to promote comfort, independence, and wellbeing. The home delivers a truly homely yet luxurious atmosphere where residents are supported with dignity, respect, and personalised care. Residents enjoy freshly prepared meals produced by an on‑site chef, with menus tailored to individual dietary requirements and preferences. A range of welcoming communal areas and quiet spaces allows residents to socialise or relax in comfort, depending on their preference. The home prides itself on being more than just a place to live - it is a warm and supportive community where residents, families, and staff are valued, and where quality of life is at the centre of everything delivered.
Role:
As a Care Team Leader, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality, person‑centred care while supporting and guiding the care team across shifts.
Responsibilities:
- Providing compassionate, individualised care to residents
- Supporting residents living with dementia and age‑related frailty
- Administering medication safely and accurately
- Leading shifts and supporting junior care staff where required
- Maintaining accurate care records and documentation
- Promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing at all times
- Building positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues
- Working flexibly across day or night shifts
About You:
- Previous experience in residential elderly care
- Experience supporting dementia and frail elderly residents
- Medication administration experience preferred
- Confident and reliable with a flexible approach to work
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Calm, caring, and proactive approach
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Own transport preferred due to rural location
The Ideal Candidate:
You will thrive in a high‑quality, smaller‑scale luxury care environment where meaningful relationships, teamwork, and resident wellbeing are central to everyday practice. You will be passionate about delivering excellent care and supporting residents to live as independently and comfortably as possible.
