Care Team Leader

Job Description

Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next step?Looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference and support others to thrive?Join the Agincare family as a Care Team Leader at Cheriton care home, where your leadership, compassion and experience will help shape a safe, happy, and supportive home for our residents and team.Cheriton Care Home, 8-10 Weymouth Ave, Dorchester DT1 2ENCheriton Residential Care Home in Dorchester, Dorset Agincare Care Centre

• £14.36 per hour
• Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000)
• Ongoing career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5
• Blue Light discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On-demand pay

• Minimum 12 months' right to work in the UK
• At least 2 years' experience in social care
• QCF Level 2 (or above)
• 42 hours per week (day shifts)
• Availability to work alternate weekends

• Lead by example, providing high-quality care and companionship
• Support residents with personal care and daily living
• Encourage independence and wellbeing
• Plan and take part in meaningful activities and outings
• Oversee medication administration and accurate record-keeping
• Work closely with families and healthcare professionals
• Support and guide the care team, stepping up in the absence of senior management

In this role, your care goes beyond tasks; it's in how you lead, support your team, and create a warm, welcoming environment where residents feel truly at home.

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the country's leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.

We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are also regulated by Ofsted. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.