Relief Care Team Leader
| Company: | Jewish Care |
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| Salary: | £15.50 - £15.50 |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Golders Green, NW11 9DQ |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 4 Aug 2026 |
Summary
We are looking for a caring, motivated, and proactive Care Team Leader to join our residential and nursing care teams. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced care professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care while supporting and leading others to achieve the very best outcomes for residents.
As a Team Leader, you will lead shifts, support and guide care staff, and ensure residents receive safe, compassionate, and responsive care that promotes wellbeing, dignity, independence, and quality of life.
You will play an important role in creating a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment for residents, relatives, colleagues, and visitors, while helping to maintain the high standards our services are known for.
The Care Team Leader role is worked on a rota basis and includes evening and weekend shifts.
Shift length: 12-hour shifts (8–8)
Includes some weekend working
What You Will Be Doing
- Leading and coordinating care staff during shifts to ensure excellent standards of care are consistently delivered
- Supporting residents with personal care and daily living activities in line with individual care plans and preferences
- Promoting residents’ physical, emotional, social, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing
- Contributing to the development and review of care plans to ensure care remains person centred and responsive
- Responding promptly and appropriately to alarms, incidents, emergencies, and resident requests
- Supporting, mentoring, and motivating care staff to maintain a positive and professional team culture
- Assisting with staff induction, supervision, learning, and development, including agency staff where required
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring effective communication with residents, relatives, colleagues, and healthcare professionals
- Promoting health, safety, safeguarding, and compliance with organisational policies and care regulations
- Supporting an excellent customer experience for all residents, families, and visitors
What We Are Looking For
Essential
- QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
- Experience working within a care environment, including supervising staff within a care setting
- Experience supporting older people, including individuals living with dementia and physical disabilities
- Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and person-centred care practices
- Knowledge of medication administration and CQC regulations/KLOEs
- Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
- Ability to manage challenging situations positively and work effectively under pressure
- Good IT skills, including the use of electronic care planning systems
- A flexible and compassionate approach to supporting residents’ needs
Desirable
- Assessor or Mentor qualification
- Understanding of Jewish values, culture, and traditions
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Excellent learning and development opportunities
Ongoing training and career progression
Supportive leadership and team environment
The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of older people and their families
Why Join Us?
At Jewish Care, you’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team where your contribution is truly valued. We are committed to creating inclusive environments where residents and colleagues can thrive, and where high-quality care is delivered with kindness, dignity, and respect every day.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
