Care Leader

Orders of St. John Care Trust; Boscombe; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care organization in England is seeking a Care Leader to oversee a team of carers. You will deliver outstanding care, implement care plans, and ensure the wellbeing of residents. Candidates should have experience in residential care and an NVQ Level 3 or 2 with a commitment to upskill. The position offers competitive pay and numerous benefits including a company pension and holiday allowance.

Benefits

30 days holiday

Company pension

Free uniform

Free DBS

Higher pay rates at weekends

Employee Assistance Programme

Care Worker Charity membership

Refer a Friend scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a residential care setting.
• Supervisory experience is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of carers to deliver outstanding care.
• Plan and implement compassionate care and review care plans.
• Manage time effectively between team support and resident wellbeing.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to motivate others

Confidence in problem-solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 2 and readiness to study for NVQ Level 3

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Care Leader – Orders of St. John Care Trust

Location: Amesbury, Wiltshire

Contract: Permanent • Hours: Full-time • Pay rate: £15.22 per hour

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a small team of carers to deliver outstanding care to residents, supporting the Home Manager and ensuring wellbeing, security, dignity and independence for residents.
• Plan and implement compassionate care, ensuring care plans are regularly reviewed through ongoing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Manage time effectively between supporting the team and overseeing resident wellbeing.

ABOUT YOU

You’ll have previous experience in a residential care setting with either:

• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, or
• NVQ Level 2 and be prepared to study for NVQ Level 3

You may have supervisory experience (delegating tasks, supporting inductions for new starters, and 1-to-1s), but this is not essential. What’s important is:

• You are a positive role model with excellent communication skills
• You can motivate others to deliver the best possible care
• You are confident taking charge and using your own initiative to resolve problems and handle queries

If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care as a Care Leader, apply to join us.

BENEFITS

• 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Company pension
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Higher rates of pay at weekends
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Care Worker Charity membership for wellbeing and financial aid
• Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for successful referrals
• Blue Light Card and "My Rewards" programme with discounts