Care Team Leader

Care UK; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Chelmsford is seeking a Care Team Leader to oversee shifts and manage residents' care plans. The role involves supervising staff and ensuring high standards of care. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in health and social care and strong leadership skills. The position offers £14.20 per hour and various employee benefits, including training and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Contracted hours and security

Bank holiday enhancement

Free DBS

Free uniform

Paid induction training

Parking on site

Option to gain further qualification in Health and Social Care

Clear career path

Refer a friend Bonus

Care UK Perks with discounts

Annual purchase holiday scheme

Wellbeing support

Wagestream access to wages

Qualifications

• Be well-organised, IT literate and adept at allocating and delegating work appropriately.
• Proven ability to lead and supervise others.
• A good understanding of care planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising your shift.
• Case managing residents and liaising with families and healthcare professionals.
• Administering and recording medication.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in health and social care

Job description

Care Team Leader- Full Time

Manor Lodge Care Home - Chelmsford, CM2 0EP

Night shifts - 8pm to 8:15 am

Pay - £14.20

*Please note this role is not available for sponsorship and we can’t offer less than 22 hours a week*

Are you a passionate and caring individual looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? Join Care UK, a multi award winning care provider as a Senior Care Assistant.

The Role:

• Leading and supervising your shift
• Case managing residents and liaising with families, healthcare professionals and other stakeholders to ensure that the best care plans are created and delivered
• Administering and recording medication
• Carrying out risk assessments
• Working alongside care assistants to support residents with daily needs, ensuring residents remain as active and independent as possible
• Working closely with the leadership team to develop services
• Provide a fun, inclusive, and professional approach at all times

Some of our benefits by joining the Care UK family:

• Contracted hours and security
• Bank holiday enhancement
• Free DBS
• Free uniform
• Paid induction training
• Parking on site
• Option gain further qualification in Health and Social Care
• Clear career path, e.g. into nursing or management roles
• Refer a friend Bonus
• Care UK Perks which includes hundreds of online and in-store discounts
• Annual purchase holiday scheme
• Wellbeing support
• Wagestream - access your wages at any time

About You

• NVQ Level 3 in health and social care desirable
• Be well-organised, IT literate and adept at allocating and delegating work appropriately
• Proven ability to lead and supervise others
• A good understanding of care planning processes
• Be experienced in or happy to undertake training on administering medication
• Above all, have a natural ability to help make the lives of others more fulfilling

We are looking for people to make a difference to residents’ lives every day. When you join Care UK you’ll be joining a team who all share the same values: caring, passionate and teamwork. You will have a strong desire to help people and put residents at the heart of everything you do.

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us help fulfil yours.

Where you’ll work

Opened in 2009, Manor Lodge is a very modern and attractive purpose-designed care home set just a short walk away from Chelmsford town centre in Essex.

We provide personalised nursing, residential and respite care for older people, and we have specialist expertise in supporting individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.