At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a caring team to ensure residents' wellbeing and dignity in a vibrant care home.
- Company: Award-winning care provider focused on creating a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, free meals, wellbeing sessions, and discounts with a Blue Light card.
- Other info: Join a warm community dedicated to high standards and compliance.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: 3 years in care, 2 years supervisory experience, and a compassionate nature.
The predicted salary is between 16.5 - 16.5 £ per hour.
We're recruiting a Team Leader for a 30-bed residential care home in Boroughbridge, on behalf of an award-winning care provider. If you are passionate about ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for residents and want to contribute to a vibrant, caring community, this Team Leader role is tailor-made for you.
What can you expect:
- Permanent role
- £16.50 per hour
- 36 hours per week - 3 x 12 hour shifts / alternate weekends
Employees also enjoy the following benefits:
- Free on-site parking
- Paid lunch break - lunch provided free of charge
- Group and 1-to-1 Wellbeing Sessions
- Long service recognition
- Referral bonuses
- Uniform
- Access to WPA healthcare plan
- Blue light card with access to hundreds of high street discounts
The Role:
As Team Leader within this residential care home, you will be responsible for the safeguarding and wellbeing of all residents, ensuring that personal care is provided in a way that maintains and respects their privacy, dignity, and lifestyle.
What you'll be doing:
- Put care plans in place from a resident's first day and keep risk assessments up to date
- Communicate with the catering team about residents' dietary needs and update them if things change
- Help organise daily tasks and fairly delegate duties to junior staff as directed by management
- Register residents for the services they need
- Take the lead in emergencies such as safeguarding concerns, complaints, accidents or sudden deaths
- Administer medication, order supplies monthly and carry out weekly medication checks
- Support housekeeping tasks during night shifts as needed
- Stay informed about best practices in elderly care
- Follow health and safety policies and work well with other departments
- Be flexible - duties may vary depending on the needs of the service, and you'll be part of the on-call rota
Skills and Experience Required:
- A minimum of 3 years working within the care sector
- 2 years supervisory experience
- Good people skills with a caring and compassionate nature
- Great organisational skills, staying calm under pressure
- A positive, professional, and proactive approach
- Experience with creating care plans
- A confident leader
- A valid UK driving licence
You will be aligned to the organisations Visons and Values.
About the organisation:
Our client is committed to helping residents live independently, with dignity and a high quality of life. They focus on creating a warm, supportive environment for both residents and staff, making it a truly homely place to live and work. They're passionate about delivering excellence and are now looking for a Team Leader to help uphold high standards and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and safety requirements.
Please note that successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Please apply with an up-to-date CV that displays your care experience.
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Care Team Leader employer: Key Appointments (UK) Ltd
Join an award-winning care provider in Boroughbridge as a Care Team Leader, where you will be part of a vibrant and supportive community dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents. Enjoy a range of benefits including free on-site parking, paid lunch breaks, and access to wellbeing sessions, all while working in a warm environment that prioritises dignity and independence for both residents and staff. With opportunities for personal growth and a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the care sector.
