Care Supervisor

Northumberland County Council; Hexham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Hexham is seeking a Care Supervisor to manage a team of Reablement Workers and coordinate care for clients. The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ Level 3 in Care, have good literacy and numeracy skills, and possess a valid UK driving license. The role involves maintaining service standards and ensuring the wellbeing of clients while adhering to health and safety regulations. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including annual leave and pension scheme.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays

Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi scheme for flexible leave

Qualifications

• Good general education demonstrating literacy and numeracy.
• Good General IT skills.
• NVQ Level 3 in Care.
• Valid UK driving license.
• Able to satisfy DBS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Line manage a team of Reablement Workers.
• Manage staff rotas for the team.
• Work collaboratively with professionals.
• Maintain health and safety standards.
• Write detailed instructions and reports.

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Care

General education demonstrating literacy and numeracy

Tools

General IT skills

Job description

Overview

The Care Supervisor hours will be between the parameters of 08:30 - 17:00 Monday - Thursday, 08:30 - 16:30 Friday, not including bank holidays. The main aim of the short term support service is to provide timely care interventions to adults living in their own homes. If you are passionate about delivering a high-quality service, we would like to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• You will line manage a team of Reablement Workers and have a case load of clients.
• On a daily basis, you will manage staff rotas to co-ordinate the work of the team.
• You will work collaboratively with referring professionals and team colleagues to develop effective team practice and ensure continuity in accordance with service standards.
• You will have the ability to form positive working relationships with Clients and colleagues.
• You will have the ability to work and follow clearly defined individual "Service User Plans" including client, moving and handling and home risk assessments.
• You will be able to write detailed clear instructions, case notes and reports including completion of electronic Client baseline assessments.
• You will listen, consult others and communicate clearly following written or verbal instructions.
• You will understand the need to respect confidentiality, privacy, dignity, independence, choice, rights and fulfilment of service users.
• You will adhere to and maintain Health & Safety of self, staff and others.
• You will follow policies and procedures, guidance, CQC Standards and Code of Conduct, whilst keeping to schedules.
• You will be able to work unsupervised and as part of a team with Management support readily available when needed.

Qualifications

• A good general education demonstrating literacy and numeracy.
• Good General IT skills
• NVQ Level 3 in Care.
• Has a valid UK driving license (expenses will be paid in accordance with the organisation's Single Status agreement rates).
• Able to satisfy DBS requirements

Additional information

Northumberland County Council's (NCC) vision is 'Land of Great Opportunities', for current and future generations. We believe there is no better place to live and work.

Benefits

• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees).
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexi scheme (if applicable) - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees).