Night Care Team Leader

We 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 week

Shift pattern: 2-week rolling rota

Week 1: 4 days
Week 2: 3 days

Shift length: 12-hour shifts (8-8)

Includes some weekend working

What You Will Be Doing

Leading and coordinating care staff during shifts to ensure excellent standards of care are consistently delivered
Supporting residents with personal care and daily living activities in line with individual care plans and preferences
Promoting residents' physical, emotional, social, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing
Contributing to the development and review of care plans to ensure care remains person centred and responsive
Responding promptly and appropriately to alarms, incidents, emergencies, and resident requests
Supporting, mentoring, and motivating care staff to maintain a positive and professional team culture
Assisting with staff induction, supervision, learning, and development, including agency staff where required
Maintaining accurate records and ensuring effective communication with residents, relatives, colleagues, and healthcare professionals
Promoting health, safety, safeguarding, and compliance with organisational policies and care regulations
Supporting an excellent customer experience for all residents, families, and visitors

What We Are Looking For
Essential

QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
Experience working within a care environment, including supervising staff within a care setting
Experience supporting older people, including individuals living with dementia and physical disabilities
Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and person-centred care practices
Knowledge of medication administration and CQC regulations/KLOEs
Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
Ability to manage challenging situations positively and work effectively under pressure
Good IT skills, including the use of electronic care planning systems
A flexible and compassionate approach to supporting residents' needs

Desirable

Assessor or Mentor qualification
Understanding of Jewish values, culture, and traditions

At Jewish Care, you'll 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.

Competitive 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 families

Why Join Us?