Salary: Competitive + On-Call Allowance
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience in a Senior Care Assistant, Team Leader, Supervisor, or similar leadership role within Health & Social Care
- Strong knowledge of person-centred care, safeguarding, and care compliance standards
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team development skills
- Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle (essential)
- Ability to participate in an on-call rota (additional payments provided)
- Passionate about delivering outstanding care and supporting vulnerable individuals within the community
About the Role
Are you an experienced care professional looking to take the next step in your career?
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Care Team Leader to join a well-established and highly respected local care provider in Okehampton. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys leading by example, supporting care teams, and ensuring the highest standards of care are delivered to people in their own homes.
As a key member of the leadership team, you will play an important role in maintaining quality standards, supporting staff development, and helping service users receive safe, effective, and person-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, motivate, and support a team of community care staff
- Ensure high standards of care delivery, compliance, and safeguarding are consistently maintained
- Support the development and review of care plans and risk assessments
- Conduct spot checks, observations, and quality assurance visits
- Mentor, coach, and develop team members to achieve their full potential
- Work closely with service users, families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies
- Assist with staff supervision and performance management
- Participate in the on-call rota to provide operational support when required
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Previous experience in a senior or supervisory care position
- A genuine passion for providing high-quality care and support
- Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to lead by example and inspire confidence within a team
- Good understanding of CQC standards, safeguarding, and care regulations
- A flexible and proactive approach to work
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Additional on-call allowance
- Ongoing training, support, and professional development
- Clear opportunities for career progression
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- The opportunity to work for a trusted, community-focused care provider
- A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day
Why Join Us?
We are proud to be a well-established care provider with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional support within the local community. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to creating an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.
If you are a caring and motivated leader looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your care career.
Pay: £13.10-£14.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- This role includes participation in an on-call rota (with additional pay). Are you able and willing to fulfil this requirement?
Experience:
- Senior care: 2 years (preferred)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence and access to their own vehicle ? (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road
