Job role: Team Leader - Community Care
Location: Gloucester (Field-Based)
Contract: Full-time or Part-time
Salary: £14.00 £14.50 Per Hour (Pro Rata) + On-Call Allowance & 30p per mile
We are not current offering COS
Are you a Senior Care Professional ready to step up and lead in the field? My Homecare Gloucester is looking for an experience Team Leader to oversee care quality, supervise teams, and ensure exceptional service delivery in the community. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on autonomy, sound judgement, and making a real difference.
About the Role
Working alongside the Registered Manager and Deputy Care Manager, you will be the senior presence in the field—mentoring staff, monitoring quality, and stepping in to deliver care when needed. You'll assess competencies, support complex care packages, and serve as the first point of escalation for our Care Professionals. This role offers flexibility with full-time or part-time options, though you will need to work evenings, weekends, and participate in the on-call Rota
.What You'll Do
* Deliver high-quality, person-centered care in line with individual care plans
* Supervise, mentor, and coach Care Professionals through shadow shifts, observations, and spot checks
* Support complex and higher-risk care packages
* Complete competency assessments and sign off new starters during induction
* Act as the visible senior lead and first point of escalation in the community
* Identify, manage, and escalate safeguarding, medication, and quality concerns
* Provide out-of-hours advice and decision-making support as part of the on-call Rota
What You'll Bring (Essential)
Currently working as a Senior Care Assistant or Senior Care Worker
Minimum 1 year of experience in domiciliary care
Proven ability to supervise staff and assess competence in practice
Strong understanding of care plans, medication support, safeguarding, and CQC standards
Confidence working independently in the community with sound decision-making skills
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and on-call this is not a 9-to-5 role
Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle
Why My Homecare Gloucester?
* A clearly defined senior field-based role with genuine autonomy
* Competitive salary reflecting your experience and responsibilities
* Supportive, accessible management team that trusts you to lead
* Opportunity to shape service quality and safety in your community
Ready to take the next step in your care career? Apply now if you're an experienced senior care professional looking for a dedicated field-based supervisory role where your expertise will be valued and your leadership will make an impact.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.00-£14.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Referral programme
Experience:
* Domiciliary Care : 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Have a UK License and the use of a vehicle (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Location:
* Gloucester (required)
Work Location: On the road