Care Team Lead

Join the Team at Glenabbey Manor Situated just a 15 minute drive from Belfast and set in the heart of an already established residential community, Glenabbey Manor is a friendly, safe and welcoming residential and dementia care home, with provision for up to 76 residents. Our residents are encouraged to enjoy as much of an independent lifestyle as possible, with the assurance of a compassionate, kind and professional care team, always on hand to support individuals' daily care needs and wishes.

We are proud of our person-centred approach to care and treat our residents with the utmost respect and dignity, as they so deserve. The modern accommodation at Glenabbey Manor is spacious, comfortable and beautifully designed, with easy accessibility enabling residents to move around safely. Our private bedrooms spaces are fully furnished, with a flat screen TV and en-suite shower room as standard.

Residents may bring their own home accessories and furniture, to personalise their space and make it their home.

About the role

As a Care Team Leader at Healthcare Ireland, you'll be all about professionalism, kindness, and compassion. The Care Team Leader role requires you to plan and provide high-quality care that makes our residents feel safe, respected, and independent. You will lead a team of Care Assistants, ensuring they are keeping up with the highest care standards.

Keeping accurate records and communicating well with your colleagues are key parts of your role. Our Care Team Leaders also support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager, giving physical, social, and emotional care to residents. You will handle medication and make sure everything is in order with medication audits.

Main Responsibilities Deliver high-quality, person-centred care while promoting residents’ dignity, independence, and wellbeing. Maintain accurate and timely care records in line with regulatory and company standards. Take responsibility for the smooth running of the home/unit during shifts and deputise for management when required.

Administer and manage medication safely in accordance with company policies and national guidelines. Support, supervise, and mentor care staff, identifying training and development needs. Assist with staff recruitment, rota planning, and attendance monitoring. Ensure residents’ personal care needs are met to the highest standard, including hygiene, dressing, and meal support.

Promote equality, diversity, and respect for residents’ cultural, religious, and personal values. Maintain a safe, healthy, and infection-controlled environment, reporting any health & safety or maintenance concerns. Comply with all relevant legislation, company policies, and mandatory training requirements. Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and a positive role model approach at all times.

The Benefits Paid annual leave The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company Continuous professional development and training Values-led culture Overtime available at an enhanced rate Opportunities for progression Pension plan (if applicable) Attractive hourly rate Access NI fee paid for NISCC fee reimbursed after qualifying period Uniforms and PPE provided Monthly incentives and recognition awards Free parking Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.