<p style="text-align:left"> </p> <p style="text-align:left">Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.</p><p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Care Team Leader</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Fernihurst, Exmouth - 19 Douglas Avenue, Devon, EX8 2HA</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">£15.34 Per Hour</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>44 Hours Available</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Where purpose meets possibility</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We believe care is more than a job – it’s a calling, and we’d love you to be part of it. We’re excited to welcome a Care Team Leader to our friendly team at Fernihurst in Exmouth - 19 Douglas Avenue, Devon, EX8 2HA. And with sector leading results showing our colleagues highly recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture that supports you to thrive, grow, and be recognised for the difference you make.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We're proudly Investors in People Gold accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you’ve already found your calling or you’re still discovering it, we’ll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we’ll help you get there.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">When you join Sanctuary Care, you’re joining an award-winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We’re proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Your role</span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Support the wellbeing of residents and help them feel at home</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Work together as a team to enrich residents’ lives and support colleagues</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Deliver personalised care in line with individual care plans</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Make leisure and social activities part of every day</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Guide and encourage Care Assistants in their development</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Your skills</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Experience in care (NVQ3 in Social Care or equivalent is desirable)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to communicate clearly and work flexibly</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Team player who values collaboration</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Kindness and genuine interest in older people</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Commitment to treating everyone with dignity and respect</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Your rewards</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside <strong>28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays)</strong>, <strong>occupational</strong> <strong>sick pay</strong> linked to length of service, and a <strong>contributory</strong> <strong>pension</strong>, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">CQC <strong>inspection bonus</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Health and wellbeing support</strong> – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Company-paid life insurance</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Parental leave arrangements</strong> and<strong> annual leave purchase scheme</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Company-funded training</strong> and ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Flexible working options</strong> and an <strong>inclusive culture</strong> where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM,…