Location: Alton
Salary: £15-£16 per hour
Shifts: 2 or 3 Shifts a week at 12hr per shift (Days)
Direct Reports: Care Assistants
Step Up. Lead with Confidence. Deliver Outstanding Care.
We are recruiting an experienced Team Leader to lead and support a dedicated care team within a residential or nursing home environment. This is a key leadership role where you will ensure high standards of person-centred care are consistently delivered, while guiding, mentoring, and supporting care staff on shift.
You will play a vital role in maintaining safe, effective, and compassionate care, while helping to develop a motivated and high-performing team.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
Lead, motivate, and support care staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred care
Act as a role model and mentor, supporting induction and ongoing staff development
Deliver supervision, performance reviews, return-to-work meetings, and day-to-day staff support
Identify and escalate performance, absence, or welfare concerns appropriately
Promote a positive, professional, and supportive team culture
Care Delivery
Provide and oversee safe, dignified personal care tailored to individual needs
Administer medication safely (where competent and trained)
Support residents with physical care, emotional wellbeing, illness, and end-of-life care
Liaise with external professionals including GPs, social workers, and therapists
Ensure care is delivered in line with individual care plans at all times
Care Planning & Documentation
Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation, and review of care plans
Maintain accurate, timely, and detailed care records
Ensure compliance with safeguarding requirements, care standards, and regulatory expectations
Support continuity of care through clear and effective documentation
Operational Oversight
* Support safe shift handovers and effective staff allocation
* Monitor care delivery standards throughout the shift
* Support audits, incident reporting, and quality monitoring processes
* Promote health and safety across the care environment
* Act as a champion in areas of best practice where required
Resident Engagement
Support the delivery of meaningful activities and daily engagement
Encourage residents’ independence, choice, and participation
Work closely with residents and families to understand individual needs, preferences, and life history
Essential Requirements
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent or higher qualification)
Proven experience working within a residential or nursing home care setting
Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader role within care
Competent in safe medication administration
Strong understanding of safeguarding, CQC standards, and care regulations
Experience in care planning, documentation, and person-centred care delivery
Confident use of digital care systems, e-MAR systems, and Microsoft Office
Strong communication skills with residents, families, staff, and professionals
Ability to prioritise workload and manage a fast-paced, unpredictable environment
Desirable Requirements
Experience supporting people living with dementia
Knowledge of end-of-life care
Familiarity with clinical observation tools such as NEWS
Additional qualifications in health and social care or leadership
What We Offer
Competitive pay
Salary premium uplift for experience and performance
Free meals on shift
Uniform provided
Blue Light Card eligibility (discounts across major retailers and services)
Life insurance cover
Structured training and development opportunities
Ongoing career progression pathways
More benefits to come as we continue to invest in our teams
What Makes This Role Important
This is a frontline leadership position where you will directly influence the quality of care delivered each day. You will ensure residents receive safe, compassionate, and personalised support, while also developing and empowering your team to deliver their best work.
What Success Looks Like
* A confident and well-supported care team delivering consistent high-quality care
* Safe medication practices and accurate care documentation
* Positive resident wellbeing and meaningful daily experiences
* Strong communication with families and professionals
* Full compliance with safeguarding, CQC, and health & safety standards
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Salary description
£15.00 - £16.00 per hour