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Team Leader

Company:
Merco
Location:
Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
Posted:
July 29, 2025
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Description:

Position: Team Leader (Day Shifts)

Compensation: £15.45 per hour, plus additional incentives

Schedule: Full-time, 7 am - 7 pm, 3-4 shifts per week, including alternate weekends and an on-call weekend rota

Location: Mansfield

About the Role

This Team Leader role is an opportunity for an experienced individual to provide compassionate, resident-focused care while leading and supporting a dedicated team. This role is well-suited to someone passionate about fostering resident independence, well-being, and dignity, with strong leadership skills to motivate and guide the caregiving team.

Benefits

The organization offers a range of benefits to support and reward its team, including:

Competitive Salary: Positioned within the top quartile of market rates

Annual Pay Increase: Performance-based raises of up to 8%, plus cost of living adjustments

Pension Contribution: 3% contribution to NEST Pension Scheme

Recognition Rewards: Earn vouchers or cash bonuses for performance, training, attendance, and team contributions

Funded Training: Full support for relevant qualifications, with a bonus up to £500 upon completion

Referral Bonus: Up to £1,000 for successful team member referrals

Meal Subsidy: Low-cost meals at £1 per course during shifts

Shift Incentives for covering last-minute needs

DBS Check: Covered by the employer

Uniforms Provided

Key Competencies for Team Leader

Strong leadership abilities and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage pressure effectively

Caring, positive, and enthusiastic attitude

Proficiency in time management and communication

Willingness to engage in additional training as required

Primary Responsibilities

As Team Leader, the individual will provide the highest standard of care while promoting the physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of residents. Responsibilities include:

Leading the team to deliver personalized care, respecting each resident's choice, dignity, and independence

Supporting caregivers in providing personal care and daily assistance, such as washing, dressing, and eating

Administering medication accurately

Providing input during shift handovers to ensure continuity of care

Upholding a positive, resident-centred environment

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Relevant qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or Registered Nurse)

Minimum one year of experience in a residential or nursing home setting

Understanding of person-centred care principles and safeguarding

Full driver’s license

Ability to recognise and respond appropriately to signs of abuse

Satisfactory Care Character Assessment

Ability to commute within 30 minutes of the location

About the Organisation

Their mission is to provide compassionate care to residents by fostering a workplace that values team wellbeing and professional growth. The organisation consistently maintains high standards of care, evidenced by strong ratings and positive regulatory feedback.

This Team Leader role is ideal for those with the experience and dedication to lead a team in providing exceptional care, with the satisfaction of making a positive difference in the lives of residents so please apply online ASAP to be considered.

To join this friendly team, click the Apply Now button.

Please note we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

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