Care Team Leader

Job summary

Package Description: Fancy getting a feel for the job before you apply? Come along to our Dorset Careers Open Day and find out what a career in care could really look like. Meet the team, ask any questions you have, and interview with us on the day for this role. 10th September | 10am 2pm at the Dorchester Corn Exchange. You can book your place here to reserve your interview time: Book your place on Eventbrite or just turn up on the day. Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next step? Looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference and support others to thrive? Join the Agincare family as a Care Team Leader at Cheriton care home, where your leadership, compassion and experience will help shape a safe, happy, and supportive home for our residents and team. Cheriton Care Home, 8-10 Weymouth Ave, Dorchester DT1 2EN Cheriton Residential Care Home in Dorchester, Dorset | Agincare Care Centre What we offer: £14.36 per hour Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000) Ongoing career development & fully funded trai

Main duties of the job

Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next step? Looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference and support others to thrive? Join the Agincare family as a Care Team Leader at Cheriton care home, where your leadership, compassion and experience will help shape a safe, happy, and supportive home for our residents and team. Cheriton Care Home, located at 8-10 Weymouth Ave, Dorchester DT1 2EN, offers a supportive environment for both residents and staff. The role offers £14.36 per hour, a refer a friend scheme, ongoing career development, and a company pension scheme. This position requires at least 2 years of experience in social care and a QCF Level 2 qualification. You'll be leading by example, providing high-quality care and companionship, supporting residents, and working closely with families and healthcare professionals. Your work goes beyond tasks; it's in how you lead, support your team, and create a warm, welcoming environment where residents feel truly at home.

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are also regulated by Ofsted. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. Agincare is known for its dedication to inclusivity and high standards in care, providing a wide range of services across many locations in the UK.

Details

• Date posted: 29 August 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £14.36 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 1542980794
• Job locations: Agincare Homes Holdings, Dorchester, DT1 2EN, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

Fancy getting a feel for the job before you apply? Come along to our Dorset Careers Open Day and find out what a career in care could really look like. Meet the team, ask any questions you have, and interview with us on the day for this role. 10th September | 10am 2pm at the Dorchester Corn Exchange. You can book your place here to reserve your interview time: Book your place on Eventbrite or just turn up on the day.

Are you an experienced care professional ready for your next step?

Looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference and support others to thrive?

Join the Agincare family as a Care Team Leader at Cheriton care home, where your leadership, compassion and experience will help shape a safe, happy, and supportive home for our residents and team.

Cheriton Care Home, 8-10 Weymouth Ave, Dorchester DT1 2EN

Cheriton Residential Care Home in Dorchester, Dorset | Agincare Care Centre

• £14.36 per hour
• Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000)
• Ongoing career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5
• Blue Light discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On-demand pay
• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
• At least 2 years experience in social care
• QCF Level 2 (or above)
• 42 hours per week (day shifts)
• Availability to work alternate weekends
• Lead by example, providing high-quality care and companionship
• Support residents with personal care and daily living
• Encourage independence and wellbeing
• Plan and take part in meaningful activities and outings
• Oversee medication administration and accurate record-keeping
• Work closely with families and healthcare professionals
• Support and guide the care team, stepping up in the absence of senior management

In this role, your care goes beyond tasks; its in how you lead, support your team, and create a warm, welcoming environment where residents feel truly at home.

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across the UK. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.

We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are also regulated by Ofsted. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.