Care Team Leader – Supported Living Services
Contract: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
Shifts: 7am-3pm / 3pm-10pm mix of these shifts across the week
Join Lifeways as a Care Team Leader and play a vital role in leading our established services in Worcester. Working alongside our Service Manager, you’ll help shape the day-to-day delivery of person-centred care, support your team’s development, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we support.
Responsibilities
* Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers to deliver exceptional, person-centred care
* Ensure individuals supported by Lifeways live fulfilling, independent lives
* Oversee recruitment, staff development, and supervision
* Conduct candidate interviews and provide coaching and guidance
* Communicate effectively with staff, people we support, and external professionals
* Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills
Qualifications
* Have experience as a Care Team Leader or Senior Support Worker with an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
* Or are experienced Care Assistants/Carers with a strong track record and ambition to progress
* Possess excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and digital
* Are confident in leading teams and supporting others to grow
* Are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care
Benefits
* Over £2,000 in total rewards per year
* £200 for every successful referral
* 10% off at B&Q for all team members
* Eligible for the Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, food, days out and more
* Gym discounts – save up to £192 a year
* Cycle to Work Scheme – up to £1,000
* Eye care and health cash plans
* Free enhanced DBS check
* 3% employer pension contribution
* Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and wellbeing support
* 8 paid days of training per year
* Access to qualifications and apprenticeships
* Opportunity to gain Health & Social Care qualifications funded by Lifeways
* Lead a team that transforms lives every day
* Help individuals reclaim independence and dignity
* Be part of a service that tailors support to each person’s unique journey
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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