Where purpose meets possibility We believe care is more than a job - it's a calling, and we'd love you to be part of it. We're excited to welcome a Care Team Leader to our friendly team at Dovecote in High Spen - Hugar Road, Rowlands Gill, NE39 2BQ. And with sector leading results showing our colleagues highly recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you'll be joining a culture that supports you to thrive, grow, and be recognised for the difference you make. We're proudly Investors in People Gold accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you've already found your calling or you're still discovering it, we'll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we'll help you get there. When you join Sanctuary Care, you're joining an award-winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We're proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.
Responsibilities
* Support the wellbeing of residents and help them feel at home
* Work together as a team to enrich residents' lives and support colleagues
* Deliver personalised care in line with individual care plans
* Make leisure and social activities part of every day
* Guide and encourage Care Assistants in their development
Qualifications
* Experience in care (NVQ3/SVQ3 in Social Care or equivalent is desirable)
* Ability to communicate clearly and work flexibly
* Team player who values collaboration
* Kindness and genuine interest in older people
* Commitment to treating everyone with dignity and respect
Benefits
* 28 days' annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays)
* Occupational sick pay linked to length of service
* Contributory pension
* CQC inspection bonus
* Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
* Company-paid life insurance
* Parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
* Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
* Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
* Free meals dependent on shift duration
* Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements
* Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.
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