For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England.
Our work is guided by five core values –Care, Compassion, Community, Integrity and Excellence – and we are proud of the difference our teams make every day in the lives of residents, colleagues and local communities.
We are now looking for a dedicated Care Assistant / Care Team Leader to join our team at Phil Mead House in Coventry.
Role: Dual Role of Care Team Leader & Care Assistant
Location: Phil Mead House, 240 Bredon Avenue, Binley, CV3 2FD
Pay:£14.77 p/h for Team Leader Shifts & £13.35 p/h for Care Assistant Shifts
Hours: 30.25 a week
The Role of Care Team Leader & Care Assistant
- Our Care Team Leaders sit at the heart of what we do. Asthe recognised Senior Carer on a shift, you'll have overall responsibility forregular monitoring of thehealth, care and social needs of our residents.
- Preparation, implementation and review of their personal care plans, including the administering of medication.
- You'll supervise, support coachand developother team members, and liaisewith people involved in resident'scare, as well as with the residents themselves.Put simply, you'll ensureresidents'needs and wishes are at the centre of the care we provide.
- As the Senior Carer on that shift, you willtake the lead when staff or residents need help, such as in the event of an emergency.
About You
- You must be an experiencedCarer, ideally with a Level 3 qualificationin Health and Social Careor equivalent,or be committed to working towards this.
- As a Care Team Leader, you must be able to demonstrate good organisation and staff management skills. You'll already be skilled inwritingand updating Care Plans, and competent in the administration of Medication.
- Most of all, you'll be passionate and committed to providingexceptional care to our residents, their families and friends.
Pay & Benefits
At Abbeyfield, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our many benefits include:
- £14.77 p/h for Team Leader Shifts & £13.35 p/h for Care Assistant Shifts benchmarked annually.
- Book Virtual GP appointments, claim back healthcare and dental expenses with Medicash
- Work overtime? With Dayforce Wallet, access your extra pay instantly, with no waiting until payday!
- Up to 31 days paid leave (pro rata) including bank/public holidays
- Comprehensive induction
- Life Assurance
- Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
- Learning and career development opportunities
- Occupational sick pay
- Company pension
- Discounted gym membership
- An employee assistance programme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Shop and save vouchers
- Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts
You can find out more about Abbeyfield Living Society and our values here: https://www.abbeyfieldliving.org.uk/about-us/
Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.
Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.
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Care Team Leader - Dual Role in Coventry employer: The Abbeyfield Society
Abbeyfield Living Society is an exceptional employer, dedicated to creating a supportive and compassionate work environment for its staff at Phil Mead House in Binley, Coventry. With a strong emphasis on employee well-being, we offer competitive pay, generous leave, and numerous development opportunities, ensuring that our team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents. Join us to be part of a community that values care, integrity, and excellence in everything we do.
