Night Team Leader
Location: East London Shift Pattern: Nights 9:00pm to 7:00am (including weekends & Bank Holidays)
Nocturnal Recruitment Solutions are currently seeking an experienced Night Team Leader to work ongoing night shifts within a residential care home in East London.
The service supports 40+ residents with a range of needs, including elderly care, dementia, mental health difficulties, and challenging behaviour. This role requires a confident, compassionate leader with strong experience in personal care, night-time support, and managing teams within a residential setting.
Role Overview
As the Night Team Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the night service, ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and dignity of residents, while leading and supporting the night staff team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and motivate a team of Night Support Workers during shifts
Allocate shifts and duties effectively to ensure safe staffing levels
Provide staff supervision, guidance, and on-shift support
Carry out resident night checks and respond appropriately to needs
Administer medication during night shifts when required
Update night care plans and risk assessments
Complete daily/nightly reports and maintain accurate documentation
Ensure Health & Safety, environmental, and security checks are completed
Deal confidently and calmly with emergencies during the night
Participate in out-of-hours on-call response when required
Promote a person-centred approach that supports residents dignity, aspirations, and quality of life
Requirements
Minimum 1 years experience as a Team Leader within elderly/dementia care
Minimum Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care
Proven Team Leader experience supporting elderly residents and individuals with dementia
Experience working with challenging behaviour
Confident in medication administration and documentation
Strong leadership and communication skills
Valid DBS issued within the last 12 months (Update Service preferred) or willingness to obtain one
Flexible to work nights, weekends, and Bank Holidays
About Nocturnal Recruitment Solutions
We specialise in providing high-quality Care & Support Workers, HCAs, Team Leaders, and healthcare professionals across Residential Homes (Adults & Children), Nursing Homes, Hospitals, Supported Living, Hostels, and Community Services.
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