Team Leader

Job summary

Team Leader Care and Support - Ashlea Court Care Home Contract:Full TimeSalary:£14.50 Per HourShift Type:DaysContracted hours:44

Join Our Specialist Dementia Care Team as a Team Leader at Oaklea Dementia Care Unit

Willinbrook Healthcare, the specialist division of Care Concern Group, is dedicated to delivering exceptional care to older adults living with dementia. As part of our continued growth, we’re proud to introduce Oaklea Dementia Care Unit within Ashlea Court Care Home a purpose-built, 26-bed unit providing high-quality, compassionate dementia care in a supportive, homely setting.

Why Join Us?
As a Team Leader at Oaklea, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day. You'll be supporting residents with dignity and respect, leading a team that champions person-centred care and creating a nurturing environment where everyone feels valued.

If you're passionate about dementia care, confident in leading others, and want to help shape a positive, supportive culture this could be the perfect next step in your care career.

What We Offer:

• £14.50 per hour
• Contracted to 44 hours per week
• Paid PVG
• Uniform provided
• Onsite parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Pension scheme

What You’ll Do:
Lead with Compassion: Deliver person-centred care to residents living with dementia, treating each individual with kindness, empathy, and respect

Set the Standard: Ensure care practices are safe, effective, and in line with current dementia care best practices

Inspire and Motivate: Supervise, mentor, and guide a team of care assistants, fostering a positive and inclusive team culture

Care Planning: Review and support personalised care plans tailored to each resident’s history, preferences, and cognitive needs

Medication Management: Safely administer and manage medications in accordance with policy and clinical guidance

Monitor and Respond: Be vigilant to changes in residents' wellbeing, responding promptly and appropriately

Foster Communication: Maintain strong communication with families, residents, and your wider team to ensure clarity and collaboration

What We’re Looking For:

• Caring Nature – A warm, compassionate individual who puts residents at the heart of everything they do
• Experience – Previous experience supporting older people, especially those living with dementia
• Leadership Skills – Confident in leading a care team, with a passion for building others up and creating a positive working environment
• Qualifications – SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) is essential

Training & Development
We are committed to investing in your career, offering structured training programmes, leadership development courses, and hands-on mentoring to help you thrive. Whether you want to enhance your leadership skills or progress into senior care management, we provide the resources and guidance to support your journey.

About us:
You’ll be joining a values-led care home that’s part of the Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. We’re expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do:
Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity
These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

If you’re ready to step into a rewarding leadership role where you can inspire, support, and lead with heart, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career at Oaklea Dementia Care Unit.