Team Leader

Be everyone's champion this Summer by scoring a new role with HICA!

Ready to Lead with Heart? Step Up as a Team Leader at Elm Tree Court!

Are you a compassionate and motivated care professional ready to take the next step in your career? We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Care Assistant to grow into a leadership role at Elm Tree Court, our specialist dementia care home on Preston Road.

As part of The HICA Group, you’ll lead by example—supporting your team, ensuring high standards of care, and making a real difference in the lives of our residents.

Please note: The company is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

Pay & Hours:

• £14.82 per hour
• 33 hours per week
• Night shifts only
• Rota includes weekends (every other weekend)

The Role:

As a Team Leader, you’ll oversee the care team and ensure the safe and effective delivery of care, support, and medication during your shift. With guidance from the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager—and support from our experienced team—you’ll have the opportunity to get to know our residents and their needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coaching and mentoring new and existing staff
• Reviewing and updating care plans
• Preparing, administering, storing, and recording medication
• Providing personal care (e.g. washing, dressing, oral hygiene)
• Promoting independence and enhancing residents’ quality of life
• Maintaining professional relationships with residents’ families
• Reporting any safeguarding concerns promptly and appropriately

About You:

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in care, ideally with NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care – although not essential.
• Medication trained
• Confident in supervising others and managing workloads
• A strong team player with a positive, proactive attitude.

If you’re ready to lead with empathy and professionalism, we’d love to hear from you.

Rewards & Benefits:

We believe great work deserves great rewards. Here’s what you’ll enjoy:

• Stream – Access up to 50% of your earned wages instantly
• Enjoy paid training provided by HICA's own in-house training academy
• Car Maintenance Made Easy – Spread the cost of MOTs, servicing, and repairs
• Cycle to Work with Halfords – Save up to £1,000 a year
• £250–£2,000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus – Recommend someone amazing and earn big!
• Instant Recognition Rewards – Win on-the-spot vouchers for going above and beyond
• Grow with Us – Highly praised induction, funded qualifications, and clear career pathways
• Monthly In-House Lottery – Big cash prizes every month
• Exclusive Discounts – Save on retail, supermarkets, holidays, entertainment, and mo
• Fitness Perks – Discounted gym memberships and free on-demand workouts
• Smart Savings & Loans – Access savings plans, affordable loans, and tech purchase schemes
• Health & Protection Plans – Discounted hospital and death benefit plans
• Wellbeing Support – Free counselling and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Free Parking – Hassle-free parking at work

About us:

About Us:

Elm Tree Court is a dedicated residential home located on Preston Road in Hull, catering to 72 residents with a special focus on dementia care and support. Our compassionate support teams are committed to providing person-centred care, ensuring that each resident receives the individualized attention they deserve.

Our dedicated Activity Coordinators work tirelessly to enhance the quality of life for all residents, creating engaging activities that cater to individual preferences and interests. With a minibus at our disposal, residents can actively participate in the local community and enjoy outings to various destinations. We proudly belong to several local clubs, including the Butterfly Club and the Willow Club, and we warmly invite community members to visit Elm Tree Court.

HICA is proud to be a Veterans Friendly Framework (VFF) accredited organisation and is committed to the Armed Forces Covenant and its values. We will continue to develop recruitment pathways that attract and support members of the Armed Forces community, and we actively encourage applications from those who have served in the Armed Forces, as well as partners of veterans.

The HICA Group is a ‘Not for Profit’ organisation providing a range of care services to older people and people with learning difficulties, both within residential homes and in the community.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

The company is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

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