Team Leader-Lifestyles
| Company: | Oakland Care Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Chigwell, IG7 6HX |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 19 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Are you creative,
enthusiastic, and passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives?
We are looking for an inspiring Lifestyles Team Leader to join our growing care
home family and lead the planning and delivery of meaningful, engaging
activities for our residents.
We are a high-quality care home
provider, proud to deliver kind, compassionate care in a warm and welcoming
environment. For our residents, joining our home feels like joining a family, and
we ensure the same supportive experience for our colleagues.
About the role
As Lifestyles Team Leader, you
will play a pivotal role in enriching the daily lives of our residents. You
will lead and coordinate the Lifestyles Team, ensuring a varied and
person-centred programme that reflects residents’ interests, abilities, and
life stories. This is a rewarding role for someone with a fun, outgoing
approach and a genuine passion for enhancing wellbeing.
We offer some excellent
rewards and benefits including:
- We offer all team members 1 free meal per
shift.
- Uniform provided.
- Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.
- Increased Annual Leave entitlement - team
members who work with us for 3 years or more, get extra annual leave.
- Cycle to Work scheme – why not save money on
commuting costs and improve your health at the same time.
- Milestone Birthdays - get EXTRA time off to
celebrate that special birthday.
- Company sick pay which is over and above
the statutory entitlement (subject to length of service).
- Refer a Friend Scheme for
successful referrals - for all permanent roles within Oakland
Care (T&C's apply).
- Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
- Health Cash Plan (subject to T&Cs).
- Death in Service Benefit (subject to T&Cs).
- Long service awards.
And much more……….
Location: Lambwood Heights, 244 Lambourne Road, Chigwell IG7 6HX
Hours: 40 hours per
week
Pay: £15 per hour
Contract: Full
time
Shift: Days (Includes some weekends)
What you will be doing:
- Planning and delivering meaningful activities
tailored to residents’ interests and physical and cognitive abilities.
- Encouraging active participation and creating
inclusive, engaging experiences.
- Coordinating tasks and supporting the Lifestyles Team.
- Ensuring a varied and stimulating programme of
daily events.
- Working closely with care staff and family
members to truly understand each resident’s background, interests, and life
experiences.
- Sharing best practice and encouraging all staff
to take an active role in residents’ activities.
What you’ll need to succeed:
- A creative flair with practical skills such as
arts and crafts.
- The ability to motivate, engage, and inspire
others.
- A talent for creating a welcoming environment
that encourages participation.
- Strong teamwork skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal
abilities.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a caring,
supportive team committed to providing exceptional care with a touch of luxury.
If you’re an experienced team leader who brings energy, creativity, and
compassion to everything you do, we would love to hear from you.
Come and help us create joyful
moments, meaningful connections, and enriching experiences every day.
“Our mission” is to
provide exceptional homes for people to live, love and be loved where everyone
is part of our family.
- Family
- Integrity
- Respect
- Exceptional
- Sustainable
Apply now
If you’re ready to start your
journey and make a difference, then don’t delay and apply today!
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