Overview

Care Home Team Leader – Melksham, Wiltshire

£16.20 per hour, free meals on shift, plus lots of great benefits!

 

Find your place and make a difference as a Care Team Leader at Berkley Care

Are you an experienced leader in the care industry with a passion for resident wellbeing and outstanding care delivery? If you answered yes, then taking the next step in your career as a Team Leader with Berkley Care Group could be the right move for you.

 

A Top Employer 2026

For the third year running, Berkley Care is the only UK luxury care home provider to be recognised in this year’s Top Employer Awards for going above and beyond when it comes to employee well-being and development.  This award is given in recognition of the group’s commitment to creating a nurturing, inclusive and supportive work environment, where the culture is warm and encouraging. 

 

What we are looking for:

  • Someone who is committed to caring
  • A relevant qualification in health and social care with at least 2 years’ experience in a senior care assistant role
  • The ability to lead, motivate, develop and delegate to others and be part of a supportive team
  • A kind, caring and compassionate nature with a sense of fun
  • The ability to communicate with a wide range of people, including residents, the home team and family members

Do you have experience of the following?:

  • Lead daily care delivery – ensuring high standards of person‑centred care and supporting staff to follow care plans and routines.

  • Monitor resident wellbeing – observing changes, escalating concerns and keeping accurate, up‑to‑date care records.

  • Positive leadership – guiding, coaching and supporting Senior Care Assistants and Care Assistants throughout each shift.

  • Manage staffing levels – ensuring appropriate staffing levels, skill mix and smooth day‑to‑day floor operations.

  • Staff development – assisting with supervision, induction, training and Care Certificate progress.

  • Medication practice – supporting safe administration, monitoring compliance and reporting concerns promptly.

  • Safeguarding and compliance – identifying concerns, supporting statutory processes and ensuring adherence to CQC, COSHH and health & safety requirements.

  • Effective communication – leading handovers, maintaining professional relationships and escalating issues appropriately.

  • Quality improvement – contributing to audits, monitoring standards and driving continuous improvement.

  • Free meals and drinks whilst at work
  • Monetary rewards for long service 
  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
  • Industry leading Company Sick Pay (for critical illness and clinically necessary surgery)
  • Access to a raft of benefits and discounts in hundreds of online and high street locations, plus a Blue Light Card
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • On-Demand Pay
  • Employee Assistance Programme plus a 24/7 GP Helpline
  • A luxury working environment
  • Excellent learning, development and training opportunities

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