Care Team Leader

Leaders In Care Ltd; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Care Team Leader (Nights) to oversee a dedicated night team in a luxury care home. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a committed group, ensuring the highest standards of care for residents. With an annual salary of £32,760 and additional benefits like overtime pay and a health cash plan, this position is perfect for someone with strong leadership skills and a background in dementia care. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will make a real difference in the lives of those you care for.

Benefits

Company Workplace Pension Scheme

Health Cash Plan Benefits Package

Discounted gym membership

Free lunch

Free DBS check

Refer a Friend scheme

Extra day off for birthday

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care is essential.
• Significant experience in dementia and elderly care is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the night care team, ensuring effective handovers.
• Manage night rotas and maintain adequate staffing levels.
• Oversee medication management and conduct nightly team meetings.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Medication Management

Dementia Care Knowledge

Supervisory Experience

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Are you ready to lead with passion and make a difference? We're looking for a dedicated Care Team Leader (Nights) to join a luxury care home in Lancaster. The Home is Good in all areas with the CQC, and provides exceptional care and support to residents. This is your chance to oversee the night team, and ensure the highest standards of care.

With an annual salary of £32,760, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead a committed team. Enjoy benefits like overtime pay at £16.50 per hour and a health cash plan. Plus, celebrate your birthday with an extra day off in 2025.

You will be working as Care Team Leader on night shifts within a state-of-the-art care home which provides premium personal, dementia, and respite care, ensuring residents feel at home and well-supported.

Shift Pattern:

8pm to 8am on a two-week rolling rota:

1. Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday
2. Week 2: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

As a Care Team Leader (Nights), you will:

1. Lead and supervise the night care team, ensuring effective handovers and guidance.
2. Manage night rotas, maintaining adequate staffing and skill mix.
3. Communicate effectively with the home management team, addressing concerns promptly.
4. Conduct nightly team meetings, providing feedback and support.
5. Oversee medication management, ensuring safety and adherence to protocols.

Package and Benefits:

The Care Team Leader (Nights) role comes with:

1. Annual salary of £32,760.
2. £15ph and Overtime paid at £16.50 per hour.
3. Company Workplace Pension Scheme.
4. Health Cash Plan Benefits Package.
5. Discounted gym membership and access to Blue Light Card Membership.
6. Free lunch provided and a Refer a Friend scheme.
7. Free DBS check.

We're looking for a Care Team Leader (Nights) with:

1. NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
2. Significant experience in a similar setting, with a strong understanding of dementia and elderly care.
3. Proven leadership skills with experience in supervising and appraising staff.
4. Knowledge of medication management and adherence to safety protocols.

If you have experience as a Night Care Supervisor, Night Shift Leader, Senior Care Assistant, Night Care Coordinator, or Night Care Manager, you might find this Care Team Leader (Nights) role to be a perfect fit for you.

For further details on working as Care Team Leader on night shifts, please Apply, or contact Gemma at Leaders in Care.