Care Team Leader - Nights

Abbeyfield; Amersham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay (Dayforce Wallet)

Pension

Induction

Career development

Job summary

Abbeyfield is seeking a Care Team Leader for night shifts at Pratt House, Amersham. The role is 24 hours per week across two shifts, including alternate weekends, with shifts 19:45–08:00.

You will oversee health and social needs, prepare and review care plans, administer medication, supervise staff, and lead during emergencies. A Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification or progress towards is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experienced carer with Level 3 Health and Social Care or working towards.
• Strong organisation and staff management skills.
• Proficient in writing and updating care plans.
• Competent in medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents' health, care and social needs.
• Prepare, implement and review personal care plans.
• Supervise and develop team members; liaise with care providers.
• Lead on shift as Senior Carer and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Team leadership

Care planning

Medication administration

Communication

Education

Health and Social Care Level 3

Job description

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 Team Leader to join our team at Pratt House.

Role: Care Team Leader (Senior Care Assistant) - Nights

Location: Pratt House, Quill Hall Lane, Amersham, HP6 6LU.

Pay: £14.77 p/h - £15.24 p/h

Hours: 24 hours per week. x2 shifts in a 7 day period, including alternate weekend shifts.

Shifts: 19.45-08.00.

The Role of Care Team Leader - Nights

• Our Care Team Leaders sit at the heart of what we do. As the recognised Senior Carer on a shift, you'll have overall responsibility for regular monitoring of the health, 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 coach and develop other team members, and liaise with people involved in resident's care, as well as with the residents themselves. Put simply, you'll ensure residents' needs and wishes are at the centre of the care we provide.
• As the Senior Carer on that shift, you will take the lead when staff or residents need help, such as in the event of an emergency.

About You

• You must be an experienced Carer, ideally with a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or 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 in writing and updating Care Plans, and competent in the administration of Medication.
• Most of all, you'll be passionate and committed to providing exceptional 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 - £15.24 p/h pay, benchmarked annually.
• Work overtime? With Dayforce Wallet, access your extra pay instantly, with no waiting until payday!
• Book Virtual GP appointments, claim back healthcare and dental expenses with Medicash
• 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.