Contact Information
* Location: The Garth, Cottingham, HU16 5BP, United Kingdom
* Contact Name: Margaret Walker
* Contact Phone: 01482847328
* Contact Email: Margaret.walker@hica-uk.com
Job Overview
Be everyone's champion this Summer by scoring a new role with HICA! Ready to Lead with Heart? Step Up as a Team Leader at Overton House!
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Care Assistant to grow into a leadership role at Overton House, a specialist dementia care home in Cottingham.
As part of the HICA Group, you’ll lead by example—supporting your team, ensuring high standards of care, and making a real difference in the lives of our residents.
Please note: The company is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
Pay & Hours
* £14.82 per hour
* 33 hours per week
* Rota includes weekends (every other weekend)
The Role
As a Team Leader, you’ll oversee the care team and ensure the safe and effective delivery of care, support, and medication during your shift. With guidance from the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager—and support from our experienced team—you’ll have the opportunity to get to know our residents and their needs.
Key Responsibilities
* Coaching and mentoring new and existing staff
* Reviewing and updating care plans
* Preparing, administering, storing, and recording medication
* Providing personal care (e.g., washing, dressing, oral hygiene)
* Promoting independence and enhancing residents’ quality of life
* Maintaining professional relationships with residents’ families
* Reporting any safeguarding concerns promptly and appropriately
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
* Experienced in care, ideally with NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care – although not essential.
* Medically trained and able to administer medication
* Confident in supervising others and managing workloads
* A strong team player with a positive, proactive attitude
Benefits
* Wagestream: Access up to 50% of earnings instantly
* Paid training: provided by HICA’s in‑house training academy
* Car maintenance assistance: helps cover MOTs, servicing, repairs
* Cycle to Work with Halfords: up to £1,000 annual saving
* Refer a Friend Bonus: £250–£2,000
* Instant Recognition Rewards: vouchers for outstanding work
* Career growth: induction, funded qualifications, clear pathways
* Monthly in‑house lottery: cash prizes each month
* Exclusive discounts: on retail, supermarkets, holidays, entertainment
* Fitness perks: discounted gym memberships, on‑demand workouts
* Smart savings & loans: savings plans, affordable loans, tech purchase schemes
* Health & protection plans: discounted hospital, death benefit plans
* Wellbeing support: free counselling, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
* Free parking at work
About Us
Overton House is a specialist dementia care home accommodating up to 40 residents, with a kitchen, hair salon, Activities Coordinator, and three gardens. Residents can enjoy a supportive environment with family‑friendly events. Our core values include respect, compassion, and community involvement.
The HICA Group is a not‑for‑profit organization delivering care services to older people and those with learning disabilities. We are a Veterans Friendly Framework accredited organization and commit to the Armed Forces Covenant. We encourage applications from former armed forces personnel and partners of veterans.
Applicants will undergo an Enhanced DBS check. The company is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers. Evidence of right to work in the UK is required.
#J-18808-Ljbffr