Care Leader in Exmouth

Care Lead – Nights – Exmouth – £15.98 per hour 36 hours (12-hour shifts) | Weekend availability required Leading high-quality care takes thoughtful leadership: recognising when a resident needs extra reassurance, supporting colleagues to make sound decisions and keeping dignity at the centre of every interaction. Baker Snell are recruiting on behalf of a charitable care provider for a Care Lead to work night shifts in Exmouth. This senior care role is an opportunity to use your experience in older people’s care, bringing sound judgement, compassion and leadership to support residents and colleagues. The provider offers a range of friendly, professional services, from occasional day care and assisted living that supports independence through to specialist dementia care. Its values-led approach extends to creating a caring, inclusive workplace and playing its part in protecting the environment. Care Lead responsibilities – night shifts You’ll help deliver high-quality, person-centred care while working with the management team to supervise and support Care Assistants. Your focus will be on meeting each resident’s individual needs, respecting their preferences and helping colleagues provide consistent, compassionate support. Your responsibilities will include: - Leading and supporting Care Assistants during night shifts, setting a positive example in everyday practice. - Providing hands-on care that protects residents’ dignity, comfort, independence and wellbeing. - Supporting safe medication administration and maintaining accurate records. - Helping keep care plans up to date and ensuring support reflects residents’ changing needs. - Recognising changes in wellbeing, responding appropriately and escalating concerns. - Maintaining clear communication and thorough handovers to ensure consistent care between shifts. Qualifications and experience required You’ll need an NVQ Level 3, Advanced Diploma in Health and Social Care, or an equivalent qualification, together with previous experience in a care leadership or supervisory role. You will also bring: - Specific knowledge and experience of caring for older people. - Experience of administering medication. - Clear, effective communication and a collaborative approach to leading colleagues. - A genuine commitment to person-centred care and respect for residents’ choices. - A positive attitude, enthusiasm for your work and the ability to act as a reliable role model. As a senior member of the team, you’ll be expected to demonstrate and promote the provider’s values through your decisions, communication and care. Pay, hours and benefits This Care Lead night role in Exmouth offers 36 hours in 12-hour shifts, with weekend availability required. Pay is £15.98 per hour, alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including: - A friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment. - Opportunities for professional growth and development. - A free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family, including wellbeing support, counselling and legal advice. - An early access wage scheme for financial flexibility. - A £200 refer-a-friend bonus. - Eyecare vouchers for VDU roles. If you are an experienced care professional ready to lead by example and help residents feel safe, respected and well supported throughout the night, please apply with your CV as soon as possible