Sanctuary Group
Care Team Leader
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Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where every individual thrives and meets customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds to support this mission. Adjustments are made throughout the application process to support your needs, in line with Sanctuary’s Disability Confident employer status.
Care Team Leader (Nights)
Location: Queens Care Home, Prestwick – Ardayre Road, KA9 1QL
Salary: £15.45 per hour
Shift Availability: Day and night shifts
About the Role
We believe care is more than a job—it’s a calling. Sanctuary Care is excited to welcome a Care Team Leader – Nights to its friendly team at Queens Care Home, join an empowering environment where colleagues are supported to thrive, grow, and recognise the impact they make.
As a not-for-profit, Investors in People Gold-accredited organisation, Sanctuary Care reinvests every penny generated into improving the lives of staff and enhancing our care services. Whether you’ve found your calling or are just discovering it, our team will support you with mentorship and tailored opportunities to help you progress—from your first day to developing your dream role.
We’re proud of the care we provide and the results that speak for themselves:
- Named winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People
- Awarded 2025 Care Home Awards for Outstanding Training & Development and Best Larger Care Home Group
Your role as Care Team Leader will play a key part in shaping a positive and enriching experience for residents and colleagues alike.
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- Support residents’ wellbeing by ensuring they feel safe, valued, and at home
- Enrich lives through personalised care, tailored to individual plans
- Lead by example—foster collaboration and guide Care Assistants in their ongoing development
- Create a structured routine with meaningful activities, fostering connection and enjoyment for all residents
- Uphold the highest standards of care, following Sanctuary Care’s inclusive ethos where kindness and dignity are prioritised
Person Specification & Skills
To excel in this role, you’ll have:
- Care experience (an NVQ3/SVQ3 in social care or equivalent would be desirable)
- Clear communication skills and the ability to work flexibly with rapidly changing demands
- A genuine kind heart and a passion for supporting older people
- Commitment to treating everyone with fairness, dignity, and respect
- A collaborative mindset—enthusiasm for working as part of a team in a fast-paced setting
Rewards
We offer more than a generous pay—we invest in your whole well-being, career, and work-life balance. Your benefits include:
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata, plus included bank holidays)
- Occupational sick pay (tied to length of service)
- Contributory pension plan
With tailored extras to ensure you thrive:
- CQC superiority bonus for excellence in care standards
- Health and wellbeing support including:
- Aviva Digicare+ with virtual doctor consultations
- Employee Assistance Programme (covering medical, financial, legal advice, and short-term counselling)
- Company-paid life insurance
- Proactive learning culture—business-funded training and mentorship through the Team Leader Development Programme
- Comprehensive parental leave schemes and an annual leave purchase option
- Flexible working with regular recognition of your achievements
- Inclusive, supportive culture nurtured by dedicated staff networks (e.g., PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent Networks)
- Free meals (dependent on shift duration)
- Exclusive discounts from luxury retail partners (e.g., Lane Crawford) + Cycle-to-Work and salary sacrifice options
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Application Essentials
To ensure a fair and inclusive process: ✅ Only UK-right-to-work applicants may apply ✅ Safeguarding and pre-employment checks are mandatory (including enhanced criminal record clearing and PVG checks for Scotland) ✅ We are committed to preventing illegal work in line with Home Office guidelines. Please get in touch for any adjustments needed.
🚀 Award-winning work, award-winning rewards. Join us in redefining quality care—and apply today.
For inspiration, explore Sanctuary’s purpose, culture, and real team stories at www.sanctuary-care.co.uk/jobs or connect with us via social media.
Internal candidates should apply via their designated Sanctuary Care internal platform. 📅 Apply quickly—we may close this advertisement early. A Protecting Vulnerable Groups check will be processed once a successful candidate is confirmed.
Sanctuary Care Limited is part of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity. Join us in making a difference!
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