Care Team Leader - Taunton

LIFEWAYS SOLUTIONS LIMITED · Hampshire

Care Team Leader - Taunton at LIFEWAYS SOLUTIONS LIMITED, based in Hampshire, paying £14.25 per hour. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£14.25 per hour
Location
Hampshire
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 week ago
Closes
17 Nov 2026
Sector
Care Assistant

17% below the typical rate for care assistant

Reference vacancy/care-team-leader-taunton-619761.html

About the role

Care Team Leader - Taunton

Do you love going the extra mile for people to make them feel valued and respected? Do you go out of your way to help your friends and relatives and believe that you could extend this to other people? Do you enjoy helping people no matter how small? Is it important for you to work with a friendly team caring for others?

Position Duration Permanent Role Type Team Leader County Hampshire Company Lifeways Group Salary / rate of pay £14.25 ph Post Code TA1 1EA Town or City Somerset Ref No 13664

You're not just anyone.

From every day life, to changing someone's world.

 

 

Job Description

Join Lifeways – You're not just anyone

Are you an experienced Support Worker looking to take the next step in your career? Lifeways is seeking a dedicated and motivated Care Team Leader to support our Service Manager in overseeing our well-established Supported Living Service in Somerset.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive organisation that values your development and offers genuine career progression.

Pay Rate: £14.25 ph

What We Offer:

  • Full-time position – 37.5 hours per week
  • Over £2,000 in annual rewards and benefits
  • Funded Health and Social Care qualifications
  • Free DBS check
  • Cycle to Work Scheme (up to £1,000)
  • Gym discounts (save up to £192 per year)
  • Eye care and health cash plans
  • 10% discount at B&Q for all team members
  • Access to the Blue Light Card
  • £200 for every successful employee referral
  • 3% employer pension contribution
  • 8 paid training days per year
  • Access to apprenticeships and further qualifications

Who We’re Looking For:

We welcome applications from:

  • Experienced Care Team Leaders or Senior Support Workers with an NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
  • Ambitious Support Workers or Care Assistants with a strong track record and a desire to progress – we’ll support your growth with training and development

Your Role:

As a Care Team Leader, you will:

  • Lead and motivate a team of Support Workers
  • Deliver high-quality, person-centred care
  • Support recruitment and staff development
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues, service users, and external professionals
  • Maintain accurate records using digital systems

About Our Services:

Our Supported Living service in Somerset provides life-changing support for adults with:

  • Learning disabilities
  • Autism
  • Physical disabilities
  • Mental health conditions

We empower individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives in a safe and supportive environment.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

At Lifeways, we believe in equal access to opportunities and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our inclusive culture is guided by our core values: Caring, Honest, One Team, Innovative, Courageous, and Equal (CHOICE).

Apply Today:

Join Lifeways and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. Take the next step in your care career.

Please copy and paste the link below to see what Lifeways are all about.

https://vimeo.com/1139996266?fl=pl&fe=sh

**PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP**

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Reference: vacancy/care-team-leader-taunton-619761.html · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 17 Nov 2026 · Listed via LIFEWAYS SOLUTIONS LIMITED

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