Senior Care Assistant (Team Leader) Days Only
8am - 8pm - Days
Up to £31,505 per annum (pro rata)
44 hours per week
The Oaks, 150 Rubery Lane, Rubery, Birmingham, B45 9AY
Role Overview
Do you want to be part of something special? Would you much prefer a better work / life balance? Do you want to belong to an organisation that care about YOU? If you answered Yes, then what are you waiting for? Apply today! As a Team Leader at The Oaks you will be placed at the heart of the home along with the people that live here. We know that if you’re ok, the people who live here will be ok too – so ensuring you have fun is important! We want you to sit with people and eat meals and we want for you to build relationships with the amazing people we support.
Responsibilities and Duties
- To professionally lead the care team at all times to ensure a safe, effective and well lead care provision is maintained.
- Support the people in the home to achieve the outcomes they wish to achieve – through an enabling and supportive approach
- Represent the The Oaks brand by maintaining a professional and welcoming presence for all team members, residents, and visitors.
- Attend and actively contribute to team meetings.
- Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Home Manager to support the overall functioning of the home.
Skills, Qualifications and Abilities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Hold NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care
- Experience within a similar environment desirable
- You need to be flexible, patient, with a ‘can do’ caring attitude, and a real 'people person'
- Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office and internal applications; with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also being self-motivated and capable of working independently.
The Company and Care Home
EQ Care Group is a trusted provider of exceptional elderly care, dedicated to creating warm, compassionate environments where individuals can truly thrive. Operating for two years now, we currently have four homes open, with more being built to expand our portfolio. We specialise in delivering high-quality care to those who need it most, with a focus on dementia care and other complex needs. Our approach goes beyond simply meeting physical needs—we strive to create meaningful, enriching experiences for the people living in our homes. What sets us apart is our commitment to emotional intelligence, compassionate service, and personalised care.
The Oaks opened in July 2023; a 71 bed nursing and dementia specialist care home in the heart of Rubery; combines modern comfort with classic charm, offering a welcoming home for people who need care & support. With spacious en-suite bedrooms, spectacular communal areas, and beautiful gardens, The Oaks is a place to live well and thrive. We are looking for people to join our heart-centred team who will provide exceptional, personalised care, ensuring everyone feels valued, supported, and at home at The Oaks.
Benefits
- 1/2-day off to start your birthday celebrations early
- Blue Light Discount Card
- 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
- Contributory pension
- Salary advance scheme
- Dedicated Learning & Development
Please note: If you are not a UK resident, you will need to be able to provide a valid right to work. We cannot provide sponsorship.
** This job description may differ as new information technology, policies and contractual agreements change, and we reserve the right to vary duties without notice