Team Leader – Older People’s Services

Reference: JUL20256530

Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Closing Date: Monday, 25 August 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed

Midwest Services is recruiting on behalf of Villa Adastra Care Home, where residents are supported in a Christian environment that values compassion, creativity, and connection. We are looking for a passionate and energetic Team Leader to help deliver a rich and meaningful programme of activities that enhance the wellbeing of older residents, including those living with dementia.

This is a hands-on leadership role. You’ll guide and support staff to create mentally and physically engaging experiences tailored to each resident’s history, interests, and capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support residents to live fulfilled, active lives through a person-centred activity programme

• Deliver a 7-day schedule of engaging mental, physical, and social activities

• Ensure activities reflect residents’ personal histories, preferences, and wellbeing needs

• Lead, guide, and motivate care home staff in activity provision and resident engagement

• Collaborate with the Head of Care and other Team Leaders to support holistic care

• Keep detailed records of individual and group participation to assess outcomes

• Recognise and respond to the non-verbal communication of residents with dementia

What We’re Looking For:

• A genuine passion for improving the lives of older people

• Experience working with individuals living with dementia

• Creativity, flexibility, and initiative in planning and delivering activities

• Confidence leading and supporting staff in a care setting

• Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence

• Understanding of wellbeing and psychological engagement in older adults

• Willingness to work in a Christian care environment with shared values

• Commitment to the mission, values, and ethos of Older People’s Services

Important Information:

• You must have the right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available

• Appointment is subject to:

  • Satisfactory references

  • Enhanced DBS check (Child & Adult Barred Lists)

  • Relevant qualifications

  • Health assessment clearance

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time)

• Contributory pension scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Ongoing training and professional development

How to Apply:
To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining your suitability for the role to:

📧 hr@midwestservices.co.uk or info@midwestservices.co.uk

Your cover letter should address the criteria outlined above. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered.
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We are proud to promote equality in the workplace. As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.