Care Team Leader

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Job summary

A not-for-profit charity in Social Care seeks a Care Team Leader for its residential care home in Bideford, England. The role involves planning care, supporting a team of caregivers, and managing medication administration. Ideal candidates will possess an NVQ3 in Health & Social Care and exhibit strong leadership qualities. The role offers competitive pay and benefits, fostering a rewarding work environment.

Benefits

Blue Light Shopping Discount Card

Reward and Recognition Schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Industry Based Qualifications

Qualifications

• Completed NVQ3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Competent in medication administration.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage delivery of quality care.
• Ensure team support and guidance during shifts.
• Administer medication to residents.
• Liaise with medical professionals and families.
• Maintain high care standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Medication administration

Communication skills

Education

NVQ3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

Job description

About The Role

Care Team Leader

Location: Abbotsham Bideford - EX39 5BE

Pay rate: £14.15 to £15.35 per hour + paid breaks

Required: NVQ3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards)

Shift: Full Time (alternate weekend working)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Care Team Leader to join the team at Kenwith Castle, our residential care home set in 30 acres of stunning North Devon countryside at Abbotsham, Bideford.

Who are we looking for:

A natural leader within our caring profession! We want someone who can make a positive impact on the lives of our residents – you’ll also need to be able to inspire and nurture your team to be at their best every day.

You’ll have completed an NVQ3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) and be fully competent in medication administration.

If this sounds like you then we would love for you to join the team!

What you will be doing:

• Plan and manage delivery of quality care to our residents alongside a team of Senior Care and Care Assistants
• Ensure your team are supported and have guidance throughout their shift
• Administration of medication to residents
• Liaising with external medical professionals and residents’ families
• Ensuring care is delivered to the highest standards in line with Care South's

As a not-for-profit charity within Social Care, we focus on the reward and recognition of all our people. Our benefits include:

• Blue Light Shopping Discount Card
• Reward and Recognition Schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Industry Based Qualifications

Please Note:

We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship or Switch.

About The Company

PEOPLE | PASSION | PURPOSE

Care South are one of the top 20 rated Care Home Groups in the UK based on published reviews from residents and their families at carehome.co.uk.

As a not-for-profit charity, our HEART values are key to us providing outstanding care. For more information about us, our values, and benefits, please visit our website: http://www.care-south.co.uk/about-us.

For any questions, please contact the recruitment team on 01202 712448.