Job Description
Team Leader
Location
Westview Lodge Care Home, Hartlepool, Cleveland, TS24 0BW
Job Type
Permanent, Full-time (38.5 hours per week, and alternate weekends)
Sponsorship
Not currently available
About This Role
Marton Care Homes is a family‑run care group, built on a foundation of compassion, respect, and a deep commitment to personalised care. Our vision is simple: to create homes where people are treated as individuals, supported with dignity, and empowered to live their best possible life.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting Residents, when required, with all aspects of daily living.
* Support training and supervision of junior and new Staff Members in all aspects of their work in the Home, under the supervision of senior Staff Members.
* Assist Residents in all aspects of their care needs (e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual). Provide supervision and attention when needed, ensuring Residents retain their comfort and dignity.
* Pay particular attention to assisting Residents who have limited mobility and/or physical or learning difficulties, making the best use of aids provided.
* Closely monitor Residents who may be confused and/or who have behavioural problems.
* Assist in the promotion of continence.
* Assist in the delivery of care for Residents who are dying or who have a progressive illness. Assist with last offices.
* Complete, observe & review care planning needs for Residents, and complete written daily records as instructed and in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.
* Assist in the framework of social activities by interacting with Residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Home.
* Answer Nurse call system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly.
* Report on the well‑being of Residents and liaise with GPs and Support Managers etc.
What We’re Looking For
* Warm, approachable, and brimming with positivity
* Organised, reliable, and confident leading a Team
* Creative, enthusiastic, and able to motivate others
* Passionate about improving the lives of older people
* Able to work flexibly across some evenings and weekends
* Previous experience in a similar role
* NVQ level 3 (or willing to work towards this)
What We Offer
* A friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace
* Real opportunities for ongoing training and career progression
* A chance to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives every day
* A valued role within a close‑knit team that cares as much about each other as we do our residents
Contact
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