Care Team Leader - Nights

Anchor; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Ipswich is seeking an experienced care supervisor to lead the night shift team in delivering dementia care. You will oversee Care Assistants, model best practice and ensure medication and documentation are handled safely.

You will develop person-centred care plans, monitor residents' wellbeing, coordinate with health professionals, and support new staff through induction while maintaining safeguarding and infection-control standards.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or willingness to work towards it.
• Experience in care home settings, especially with dementia.
• Medication administration experience and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Care Assistants during shifts to ensure high-standard care.
• Act as role model, provide guidance, and mentor the care team.
• Administer medication safely following policies and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement and review person-centred care plans and risk assessments.
• Monitor residents' health and wellbeing and report concerns to seniors/healthcare professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Care planning

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 Health & Social Care

Willingness to work towards Level 3

Job description

36 hours per week - 8 pm - 8 am. One weekend on and one weekend off.

Job Purpose

To lead and support the care team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to residents living with dementia. To ensure residents' physical, emotional, and social needs are met while promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Care Assistants during shifts, ensuring care is delivered to a high standard.
• Act as a role model and provide guidance, support, and mentorship to the care team.
• Administer medication safely and accurately in line with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement, and review person-centred care plans and risk assessments.
• Monitor residents' health and wellbeing, reporting concerns to senior management and healthcare professionals as required.
• Promote meaningful engagement and activities that enhance residents' quality of life.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation relating to care delivery and medication.
• Support new starters through induction and ongoing training.
• Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and report any concerns promptly.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards, health and safety requirements, and infection control procedures

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience working in a care home environment.
• Experience supporting individuals living with dementia.
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care or willingness to work towards it.
• Medication administration experience.

IB-2

Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role.