Be the Best of Us – Join Bluebird Care as a Team Leader!

About Us:
At Bluebird Care, we are proud to be a highly regarded care provider, recently awarded ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission. Our commitment to professionalism and compassionate care drives us to deliver exceptional support to our customers and a fulfilling work environment for our team.

We specialise in providing domiciliary care (also known as home care), allowing our customers to remain in their own homes, with the highest quality of care tailored to their individual needs. We are currently looking for an experienced Team Leader to guide and support our dedicated care team in the St Austell & Newquay areas of Cornwall.

About the Role

As a Team Leader at Bluebird Care, you will oversee and support our care and support workers, ensuring that our customers receive the best care tailored to their unique needs. You’ll work closely with the Area Manager to ensure service excellence and a consistent, person-centred approach.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, supervising, and motivating a team of care professionals.
• Supporting the development of care plans and risk assessments.
• Managing rotas to ensure our customers are consistently supported.
• Delivering person-centred care and maintaining high standards of quality.
• Assisting in the training and development of team members to help them reach their full potential.

This is an opportunity to join a highly motivated team, where you can make a real impact on the lives of our customers.

About You

We are looking for a driven and compassionate leader who has:

• Proven experience in a home care setting, with a background in leading and supporting teams.
• A passion for person-centred care, ensuring that the needs and preferences of each customer are met with kindness and respect.
• Experience managing rotas, developing care plans, and conducting risk assessments (desirable).
• An NVQ/Diploma Level 3 or above in Health and Social Care (or working towards).
• The ability to provide support, guidance, and development to care staff.

Essential Requirements:

• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

Why Bluebird Care?

At Bluebird Care, we believe that care matters and that our employees are at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to providing a supportive and rewarding environment for our team, with many opportunities for growth and development.

We offer:

• Competitive Pay: £13.22 per hour on weekdays, £13.42 on weekends, and £19.83 per hour on Bank Holidays.
• Paid Mileage at 35p per mile.
• Career Development: We offer many opportunities for progression within the company.
• Reward Schemes, including:
  • Carer of the Month and Annual Staff Awards.
  • Refer a Friend Bonus and no sickness bonus.
  • Netflix Voucher towards your subscription!
  • Bluelight Card Membership for discounts on everyday items.
  • Wellbeing Support to help maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Bluebird Cars Available for Hire to make getting around easier.

Our Values

At Bluebird Care, we believe in providing high-quality care with kindness and compassion. Our team is dedicated to delivering personalised care programmes, ranging from companionship to more complex health needs.

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced care leader looking to take the next step in your career and be part of an award-winning team, we want to hear from you! Apply today and join us at Bluebird Care where we put care at the heart of everything we do.

Salary:

• Support: £13.22 per hour (weekdays), £13.42 per hour (weekends), £19.83 per hour (Bank holidays)

Job Type:

• Full-time, with weekday and alternate weekend shifts.

Join the Bluebird Care family and make a lasting impact on the lives of those we care for!