Care Team Supervisor – Health & Wellbeing Lead

North Northamptonshire Council; Great Oakley; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Benefits Scheme

Wellbeing support

HMRC travel rates

Employee Network Groups

Job summary

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking a care supervisor to prioritise team workloads and oversee safeguarding, medication administration and care planning. You will support customers to maintain independent living, while ensuring health, safety and welfare standards are met.

The role requires DBS clearance, relevant health or care experience, and strong communication skills. Hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package are offered to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Essential DBS check and GCSEs in English and Maths.
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Social Care required.
• Proven health or care experience preferred.
• Strong communication and crisis management skills.
• Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise and direct workload of team members in line with policies.
• Provide practical and emotional support to customers to maintain independent living.
• Assist with activities, hygiene routines and medication as directed in care plans.
• Supervise and appraise a team of staff and identify training needs.
• Maintain accurate audit/record keeping: safeguarding forms, incident forms, case notes.
• Carry out admin tasks to support reviews and care plan updates.
• Promote health and safety for customers and staff in line with policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

DBS Check (Enhanced)

GCSE English & Maths

NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Social Care

Job description

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking a care supervisor to prioritise team workloads and oversee safeguarding, medication administration and care planning. You will support customers to maintain independent living, while ensuring health, safety and welfare standards are met.

The role requires DBS clearance, relevant health or care experience, and strong communication skills. Hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package are offered to support work-life balance.