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Residential Team Leader (Days)

United Kingdom, Lancaster Employment contract 33073.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 20, 2026
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Take the next step in your care career — be a key player in leading our passionate team, inspiring excellence, and helping deliver truly exceptional outcomes for our residents. Evermore Care is seeking an experienced Care Team Leader to join our dedicated team at Ashton Manor, our luxury care home in Lancaster. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role, guiding and supporting colleagues to deliver the highest standards of care for our residents. As a Team Leader, you’ll take responsibility for coordinating shifts, providing hands-on leadership, and mentoring staff to ensure exceptional care delivery. You’ll also act as the senior point of contact in the absence of the Home Manager, ensuring the smooth and safe running of the service at all times.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and supervise the care team, ensuring effective handovers, guidance, and being a positive role model
  • Manage rotas, ensuring adequate staffing levels and appropriate skill mix
  • Maintain clear and effective communication with the home management team, addressing concerns promptly
  • Build positive relationships with residents’ families and external professionals, through regular communication
  • Conduct and lead team meetings, providing feedback and support to staff
  • Oversee medication management, including the receipt and administration of medications
  • Promote dignity, respect, and choice, ensuring an exceptional resident experience at all times
  • Ensure compliance with CQC standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
  • Support the induction, training, and ongoing development of team members
  • Carry out spot checks, supervisions, and competency assessments to maintain outstanding standards

Requirements

  • NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care
  • Significant experience in a similar setting, with a solid understanding of dementia and elderly care
  • Proven leadership skills with experience in supervising and appraising staff
  • Knowledge of medication management and adherence to safety protocols

What we offer

  • Annual leave starts at the statutory minimum, with extra days rewarded at 2 and 5 years’ service
  • Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £500 per referral
  • Health Cash Plan – covers dental, optical, virtual GP, counselling, and includes discounted gym membership
  • Supportive and friendly team environment with ongoing training and development
  • Workplace pension scheme
  • Free Blue Light Card membership
  • Free enhanced DBS checks, on-site parking, and lunch (for site-based roles)

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