Job Description

About Us

At

Ultimate Independence Care

, we're dedicated to enhancing lives by delivering high-quality care and support services across Gloucestershire and Bristol. We are growing rapidly and are now looking for a motivated and forward-thinking

Team Leader

ready to grow with us.

This role offers a clear progression pathway toward becoming a

Deputy Manager

and eventually a

Registered Manager

, with support to complete the

Level 3 or Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care

and relevant

Train-the-Trainer

qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

Support, lead, and motivate a team of care staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred care Carry out supervisions, spot checks, and competency assessments of care staff Support the creation and review of care plans, risk assessments, and daily records Participate in the recruitment and onboarding of new staff Work hands-on in the community, where required, supporting service users with a range of needs Build positive relationships with service users, families, staff, and external professionals Assist with rota management, audits, and compliance checks Step up to cover management duties when the Deputy or Registered Manager is unavailable Be proactive in problem-solving, responding to incidents and escalating concerns appropriately Attend training and be willing to train others as part of our quality improvement approach

Requirements

Previous experience in social care (ideally in domiciliary or supported living settings) A caring, confident leader with a strong team ethic Excellent verbal and written communication skills A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Willingness to complete or currently working towards a

Level 3 Diploma

in Health & Social Care Commitment to complete

Level 5 Diploma

in Leadership and Management (if not already achieved) Willing to complete

Train the Trainer

qualification (e.g. manual handling, medication, safeguarding) Able to use initiative and remain calm under pressure Passionate about developing a career in care and management

What We Offer

A clear development pathway toward Deputy and Registered Manager roles Supportive and flexible hybrid working (once in a leadership role) Access to professional development, leadership training, and mentoring Opportunities to be involved in growing and shaping services Friendly and collaborative working environment Mileage reimbursement and business support
If you're passionate about care and leadership and are ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and grow with us.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: 13.12-14.12 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 22.5 per week

Benefits:

Company events Company pension On-site parking Work from home
Schedule:

Day shift Night shift Overtime Weekend availability
Application question(s):

A driver with access to own car
Experience:

Home care: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/05/2025