Shift Leader (Care) – Days, Weekend
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Contract: Full Time (36 hours per week)
Working Pattern: Days and Weekends
Location: Malvern, Worcestershire – Davenham, Bradbury Court and Perrins House
Overview
Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not‑for‑profit charity that has been providing excellent care and a family feel for over 120 years. We support older people through care homes, day care services and grants for those in financial difficulty. As a Shift Leader, you will help deliver person‑centred care to our residents, supporting their independence, choice and dignity.
Responsibilities
- Ensure residents are safe and comfortable.
- Act as a champion for safety and dignity.
- Lead the team in providing quality, individualised care in line with procedures and policies.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Follow procedures for ordering, administering and dispensing medication.
- Conduct supervisions and appraisals with staff and promote their development.
- Maintain a safe, clean workplace and follow infection control protocols.
Qualifications
- Experience in a similar role, having led a team and administered medication.
- Level 2 diploma in Health and Social Care (Level 3 or higher desirable).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Numeracy and digital skills, ability to problem‑solve and adapt to situations.
- Capability to recognise and report safeguarding concerns.
Benefits & Recognition
- Learning, development and career progression.
- Wellbeing support including an employee assistance programme.
- Retail discount schemes, monthly prize draw and access to loans.
- Health cash plans, cycle‑to‑work scheme, long‑service awards.
- Referral bonus of £200.
- Group pension plan with 6% employer contribution.
- Free parking, uniforms, paid breaks and free DBS checks.
- Evening, weekend, and bank‑holiday pay enhancements and overtime premiums.
Safeguarding
All staff follow the Safeguarding Policy and Procedures. Any suspected abuse must be reported immediately.
Criminal Record Checks
Enhanced DBS checks are required. Employment is dependent on a satisfactory outcome. A criminal record will not necessarily bar a candidate, depending on circumstances.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Friends of the Elderly treats all staff equally, values diversity and promotes an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from those who have the right to work in the UK.
Application
Please refer to the full job description when applying. Applications are accepted until a suitable candidate is found; we interview during the hiring process.
