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Jewish Care Relief Care Team Leader
The closing date is 31 December 2026
Job summary
We are looking for a caring, motivated and proactive Relief Care Team Leader to join our residential and nursing care teams at Rosetrees, based at The Betty and Asher Loftus Centre in Friern Barnet. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced care professional to provide leadership and support across our care teams, ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate and person-centred care. You will lead and coordinate shifts, guide and motivate care colleagues, and support residents with personal care and daily living activities in line with their individual care plans and preferences. You will promote residents physical, emotional, social, psychological and spiritual wellbeing, contribute to care planning and reviews, and respond appropriately to alarms, incidents and emergencies. You will also support staff induction, supervision and development, maintain accurate records and work closely with residents, relatives, colleagues and healthcare professionals. Above all, you will help create a warm, inclusive environment where residents are treated with dignity, kindness and respect. This is a relief position paying £15.80 per hour, with shifts across a two-week rolling rota, including some evenings and weekends. The advertised rota is based on 12-hour shifts (8am8pm), averaging 40.25 hours per week. Applicants must hold a QCF Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or equivalent, have experience working in a care environment and supervising staff, and understand safeguarding, medication administration, person-centred care and CQC requirement
Main duties of the job
Are you an experienced care professional with the leadership skills to inspire and support others? We are looking for a compassionate Relief Care Team Leader to join our team at Rosetrees in Friern Barnet. You will lead shifts, guide care colleagues and help ensure residents receive safe, high-quality care that promotes dignity, independence and wellbeing. This is a hands-on role where you will make a meaningful difference to residents and their families while supporting a positive team culture. Offering relief work at £15.80 per hour, with 12-hour shifts and some weekend working, this is a great opportunity to use your skills where they are needed most.
About us
Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Every week, our services support more than 12,000 people, delivered by over 1,200 dedicated colleagues across residential care, nursing, retirement living, community support, social work, and mental health services. We provide care that is Jewish at heart, supporting older people and their families every step of the way while welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering high-quality services where people feel valued, respected, and able to live meaningful lives.
Details
Date posted
07 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£15.80 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
VPE0D53666
Job locations
Friern Barnet
N11 3ND
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a caring, motivated, and proactive Care Team Leader to join our residential and nursing care teams. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced care professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care while supporting and leading others to achieve the very best outcomes for residents.
As a Team Leader, you will lead shifts, support and guide care staff, and ensure residents receive safe, compassionate, and responsive care that promotes wellbeing, dignity, independence, and quality of life.
You will play an important role in creating a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment for residents, relatives, colleagues, and visitors, while helping to maintain the high standards our services are known for.
The Care Team Leader role is worked on a rota basis and includes evening and weekend shifts.
Average hours: 40.25 hours per week
Shift pattern: 2-week rolling rota
Week 1: 4 days Week 2: 3 days
Shift length: 12-hour shifts (88)
Includes some weekend working
What You Will Be Doing- Leading and coordinating care staff during shifts to ensure excellent standards of care are consistently delivered
- Supporting residents with personal care and daily living activities in line with individual care plans and preferences
- Promoting residents physical, emotional, social, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing
- Contributing to the development and review of care plans to ensure care remains person centred and responsive
- Responding promptly and appropriately to alarms, incidents, emergencies, and resident requests
- Supporting, mentoring, and motivating care staff to maintain a positive and professional team culture
- Assisting with staff induction, supervision, learning, and development, including agency staff where required
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring effective communication with residents, relatives, colleagues, and healthcare professionals
- Promoting health, safety, safeguarding, and compliance with organisational policies and care regulations
- Supporting an excellent customer experience for all residents, families, and visitors
- QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
- Experience working within a care environment, including supervising staff within a care setting
- Experience supporting older people, including individuals living with dementia and physical disabilities
- Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and person-centred care practices
- Knowledge of medication administration and CQC regulations/KLOEs
- Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
- Ability to manage challenging situations positively and work effectively under pressure
- Good IT skills, including the use of electronic care planning systems
- A flexible and compassionate approach to supporting residents needs
Desirable
- Assessor or Mentor qualification
- Understanding of Jewish values, culture, and traditions
Competitive salary and benefits package Excellent learning and development opportunities Ongoing training and career progression Supportive leadership and team environment The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of older people and their families
Why Join Us?At Jewish Care, youll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team where your contribution is truly valued. We are committed to creating inclusive environments where residents and colleagues can thrive, and where high-quality care is delivered with kindness, dignity, and respect every day.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a caring, motivated, and proactive Care Team Leader to join our residential and nursing care teams. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced care professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care while supporting and leading others to achieve the very best outcomes for residents.
As a Team Leader, you will lead shifts, support and guide care staff, and ensure residents receive safe, compassionate, and responsive care that promotes wellbeing, dignity, independence, and quality of life.
You will play an important role in creating a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment for residents, relatives, colleagues, and visitors, while helping to maintain the high standards our services are known for.
The Care Team Leader role is worked on a rota basis and includes evening and weekend shifts.
Average hours: 40.25 hours per week
Shift pattern: 2-week rolling rota
Week 1: 4 days Week 2: 3 days
Shift length: 12-hour shifts (88)
Includes some weekend working
What You Will Be Doing- Leading and coordinating care staff during shifts to ensure excellent standards of care are consistently delivered
- Supporting residents with personal care and daily living activities in line with individual care plans and preferences
- Promoting residents physical, emotional, social, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing
- Contributing to the development and review of care plans to ensure care remains person centred and responsive
- Responding promptly and appropriately to alarms, incidents, emergencies, and resident requests
- Supporting, mentoring, and motivating care staff to maintain a positive and professional team culture
- Assisting with staff induction, supervision, learning, and development, including agency staff where required
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring effective communication with residents, relatives, colleagues, and healthcare professionals
- Promoting health, safety, safeguarding, and compliance with organisational policies and care regulations
- Supporting an excellent customer experience for all residents, families, and visitors
- QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
- Experience working within a care environment, including supervising staff within a care setting
- Experience supporting older people, including individuals living with dementia and physical disabilities
- Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and person-centred care practices
- Knowledge of medication administration and CQC regulations/KLOEs
- Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
- Ability to manage challenging situations positively and work effectively under pressure
- Good IT skills, including the use of electronic care planning systems
- A flexible and compassionate approach to supporting residents needs
Desirable
- Assessor or Mentor qualification
- Understanding of Jewish values, culture, and traditions
Competitive salary and benefits package Excellent learning and development opportunities Ongoing training and career progression Supportive leadership and team environment The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of older people and their families
Why Join Us?At Jewish Care, youll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team where your contribution is truly valued. We are committed to creating inclusive environments where residents and colleagues can thrive, and where high-quality care is delivered with kindness, dignity, and respect every day.
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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Jewish Care
Address
Friern Barnet
N11 3ND
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://careers.jewishcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Jewish Care
Address
Friern Barnet
N11 3ND
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://careers.jewishcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruiter
Julie Garrity
Details
Date posted
07 November 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£15.80 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
VPE0D53666
Job locations
Friern Barnet
N11 3ND
United Kingdom
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