Join Our Team as a Care Team Leader

Location: Whitwell, Worksop S80

Pay: £13.35 per hour

Contract: Full-time

 Shifts Available: Days, Earlies, Lates, Mid Shifts & Nights

About Whitwell Park

Whitwell Park is a warm and welcoming 34-bed residential nursing service located in the heart of Whitwell, with excellent access to public transport and local amenities. We are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care and creating a home where residents feel safe, valued, and supported.

We are now seeking a dedicated and experienced Care Team Leader to support, guide, and inspire our care teams while ensuring outstanding care for our residents.

The Role

As a Care Team Leader, you will play a key leadership role within the home, overseeing day-to-day care delivery and supporting staff to provide compassionate, high-quality care. You will work closely with residents, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure care is personalised, safe, and effective.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a motivated professional who thrives in a leadership role and is passionate about senior care.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, support, and motivate care staff across shifts

• Ensure delivery of person-centred care in line with individual care plans

• Lead the development and review of care plans with residents, families, and multidisciplinary teams

• Monitor care quality and ensure compliance with regulatory standards

• Organise staff rotas and maintain safe staffing levels

• Mentor and support staff development and training

• Complete care documentation, reports, and records using IT systems

• Promote effective communication with families and professionals

• Drive improvements in resident experience and operational efficiency

• Support residents with mobility and community access, including driving where required

What We’re Looking For

• Previous supervisory experience in a care home or senior care setting

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Experience creating and implementing personalised care plans

• Good understanding of adult social care regulations

• Confident using IT systems for care documentation

• Compassionate, organised, and able to work well under pressure

• Driving licence desirable (required for resident support when needed)

• Experience supporting complex needs, including:

o Mental Health conditions

o Learning Disabilities

o Behaviours of distress

o Personal care, medication, moving & handling

Shift Patterns

• Long Days: 7:30am – 9:00pm

• Earlies: 7:30am – 2:15pm

• Lates: 2:15pm – 9:00pm

• Mid Shifts: 6:30am – 8:00pm

• Nights: 8:45pm – 7:30am

(Rotas provided in advance to support work-life balance)

Why Work With Us?

• £500 Welcome Bonus after passing probation

• £500 Referral Bonus (T&Cs apply)

• Generous and increasing annual leave

• 24/7 Mental Health & GP support (EAP)

• Lifestyle discounts (shopping, utilities & more)

• Discounted health cash plan

• Holiday purchase scheme (up to one extra week)

• Ongoing training and career development

• Inclusive, supportive, and values-led culture

Apply Now

If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional care and leading a team to make a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your care leadership career.

Please note: We do not offer sponsorship for this role.

Whitwell Park is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and celebrates diversity in all its forms.