Oakland Care Ltd

Team Leader-Lifestyles

Chigwell IG7 6HX

Key information

Pay
£15.00 per hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
22 Oct 2026
Closing date
4 Nov 2026

About this role

Are you creative,

enthusiastic, and passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives?

We are looking for an inspiring Lifestyles Team Leader to join our growing care

home family and lead the planning and delivery of meaningful, engaging

activities for our residents.

We are a high-quality care home

provider, proud to deliver kind, compassionate care in a warm and welcoming

environment. For our residents, joining our home feels like joining a family, and

we ensure the same supportive experience for our colleagues.

About the role

As Lifestyles Team Leader, you

will play a pivotal role in enriching the daily lives of our residents. You

will lead and coordinate the Lifestyles Team, ensuring a varied and

person-centred programme that reflects residents’ interests, abilities, and

life stories. This is a rewarding role for someone with a fun, outgoing

approach and a genuine passion for enhancing wellbeing.

We offer some excellent

rewards and benefits including

  • We offer all team members 1 free meal per

shift.

  • Uniform provided.
  • Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.
  • Increased Annual Leave entitlement - team

members who work with us for 3 years or more, get extra annual leave.

  • Cycle to Work scheme – why not save money on

commuting costs and improve your health at the same time.

  • Milestone Birthdays - get EXTRA time off to

celebrate that special birthday.

  • Company sick pay which is over and above

the statutory entitlement (subject to length of service).

  • Refer a Friend Scheme for

successful referrals - for all permanent roles within Oakland

Care (T&C's apply).

  • Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
  • Health Cash Plan (subject to T&Cs).
  • Death in Service Benefit (subject to T&Cs).
  • Long service awards.

And much more……….

Location

Lambwood Heights, 244 Lambourne Road, Chigwell IG7 6HX

Hours

40 hours per

week

Pay

£15 per hour

Contract

Full

time

Shift

Days (Includes some weekends)

What you will be doing

  • Planning and delivering meaningful activities

tailored to residents’ interests and physical and cognitive abilities.

  • Encouraging active participation and creating

inclusive, engaging experiences.

  • Coordinating tasks and supporting the Lifestyles Team.
  • Ensuring a varied and stimulating programme of

daily events.

  • Working closely with care staff and family

members to truly understand each resident’s background, interests, and life

experiences.

  • Sharing best practice and encouraging all staff

to take an active role in residents’ activities.

What you’ll need to succeed

  • A creative flair with practical skills such as

arts and crafts.

  • The ability to motivate, engage, and inspire

others.

  • A talent for creating a welcoming environment

that encourages participation.

  • Strong teamwork skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal

abilities.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a caring,

supportive team committed to providing exceptional care with a touch of luxury.

If you’re an experienced team leader who brings energy, creativity, and

compassion to everything you do, we would love to hear from you.

Come and help us create joyful

moments, meaningful connections, and enriching experiences every day.

“Our mission” is to

provide exceptional homes for people to live, love and be loved where everyone

is part of our family.

  • Family
  • Integrity
  • Respect
  • Exceptional
  • Sustainable

Apply now

If you’re ready to start your

journey and make a difference, then don’t delay and apply today!