Care Team Leader - St Johns
3 days ago
Colchester
Care Team Leader – Colchester Salary: £13.31 per hour Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) Shifts: 7:30am–3:00pm, 3:00pm–9:30pm (rota-based) Are you ready to take the next step in your care career? At Lifeways in Colchester, we’re proud to support individuals in leading valued and fulfilling lives. We’re currently looking for a dedicated and proactive Care Team Leader to join our established service, working alongside our Service Manager to lead a passionate team delivering person-centred care. Whether you're an experienced Team Leader or a Senior Support Worker ready to progress, Lifeways offers a truly rewarding career with genuine development opportunities, fully funded qualifications, and a supportive team environment. “Lifeways helped me grow into a leadership role. I feel trusted, supported, and proud of the difference we make every day.” — James, Care Team Leader at Lifeways Your responsibilities will include: • Leading and mentoring a team of Support Workers, • Ensuring high-quality, person-centred care is delivered, • Supporting individuals with daily routines and personal goals, • Conducting staff supervisions, interviews, and ongoing development, • Promoting best practices and safeguarding standards, • Communicating effectively with staff, the people we support, and external professionals We offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose, recognition, and room to grow. Feeling Valued • £13.31 hourly rate, • Over £2,000 in total rewards per year, • Free DBS check, • Discounts and cashback at major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, theme parks, holidays and more via Lifeways Rewards, • New: 10% off at B&Q for all team members, • Eligible for the Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, food, days out and more, • 8 paid days of training per year, • Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and wellbeing support, • Cycle to Work Scheme – up to £1,000, • Gym discounts – save up to £192 a year, • Eye care and health cash plans, • Access to funded Health & Social Care qualifications and apprenticeships, • Help individuals thrive at home and in the community Join Lifeways and be part of a team that’s transforming lives—every single day. Apply now and take the next step in your career. LWGCW