Job summary
Our multi-award-winning organisation is looking to recruit a Care Team Leader to join our Care team. The role of Care Team Leader is based on a rota basis which will include evening and weekend shifts. This is a pivotal position to help ensure our residents live a meaningful life and feel involved within their community. The role of Care Team Leader will involve the delivery of Care Services within our Care Homes to excellent standards. This post is working an average of 42 hours per week, on a 2 week rolling rota of 4 days in week 1 and 3 days in week 2 including some weekends. Shifts are between 8pm and 8am. We will consider part time candidates providing they are able to commit to 12 hour shifts.
Main duties of the job
What you will be doing Acting as team leader, you will play a key role in making sure all residents are supported to meet their physical, emotional and social needs. To ensure a seamless provision of care, you will manage your team and also act as part of the care team on shift, helping with everything from personal care to administering medicine. Your senior duties will include (but are not limited to): Organising staff allocations and breaks Arranging cover for absences Liaising with home managers Dealing with external agencies or visiting professionals (GP etc.) Who are we looking for? The successful candidate will have: Previous experience in a similar care environment supervising others Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent (minimum) Experience working with older people with dementia Willing to undertake all aspects of care to meet residents needs Ability to work shifts (including weekends and evenings)
About us
Jewish Care is the largest provider of health and social care services for the Jewish community in the UK. Every week, we touch the lives of 10,000 people. We provide services to a range of people including older people, people with mental health needs and people living with dementia. Our five values are at the heart of the way we work. They drive how we act as individuals and as an organisation and shape our culture. We value Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusivity.
Details
Date posted
29 January 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£32,959 to £32,959 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VP6653220A
Job locations
Ilford
IG2 6JH
Employer details
Employer name
Jewish Care
Address
Ilford
IG2 6JH
Employer's website
https://careers.jewishcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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