Care Assistant - Days

TN United Kingdom; Guiseley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a dedicated Team Leader for their new Egerton Manor Care Centre. This full-time role involves supervising the care team and ensuring high standards of care for residents. Candidates must have experience in medication management and a passion for elderly care, with opportunities for career progression and comprehensive training provided.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

5.6 weeks' annual leave

Paid DBS check

Uniform provided

Paid training and ongoing development

Christmas bonuses

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in medication management and working with older adults.
• NVQ Level 2 and 3 in Social Care or equivalent required.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote person-centred clinical nursing care to residents.
• Manage and supervise the care team during shifts.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure quality care delivery.

Skills

Medication management

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Social Care

NVQ Level 3 in Social Care

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Team Leader - Days Egerton Manor Care Centre Care Full time Permanent

NewCareer, New You, New Opportunity; New Care!

Our stunning new home, Egerton Manor Care Centre, is a purpose-built 64-bed care facility situated in the picturesque village of Egerton in Bolton. Opened in October 2023, it provides the highest standards of safety, comfort, and care to residents with various needs, including residential, nursing, and dementia care. We invest in the latest technology and offer a purposeful programme of daily activities and gentle exercises to enhance residents' wellbeing. All team members are carefully selected for their warmth and passion, undergo a full induction, and receive ongoing training from our in-house trainers in conjunction with the New Care Academy. We pride ourselves on a staff team with over four years of zero agency staff, ensuring continuity of care from staff who know and residents trust. All staff are paid at or above the national living wage.

We are seeking a kind, caring, and motivated Team Leader to join our team. You will support the Home Manager and Deputy Home Manager in providing leadership to the care team and managing the home effectively 24/7 within available resources. This is a full-time role with an excellent hourly rate of £12.25. Shift times are 07:45-20:00, with alternate weekends. To qualify, you must have experience in medication management and administration.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Promote the highest standard of person-centred clinical nursing care to residents.
2. Manage, allocate duties, and supervise the care team to ensure quality care delivery during shifts.
3. Be a role model demonstrating person-centred care.
4. Take responsibility for safeguarding the welfare of adults under your care.
5. Manage delivery of personalised care according to residents' care plans during your shift.
6. Support professional standards within the home, assisting the Deputy and Home Manager.
7. Provide supervision, coaching, and assessments to Care Assistants.
8. Ensure effective assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of resident care via written care plans.
9. Maintain accurate records as required by company and regulatory standards.
10. Manage daily rotas and delegate tasks, ensuring safe and sufficient staffing.
11. Complete new admission files within a week of arrival, involving the named nurse, senior carer, and key worker.
12. Build relationships with external professionals.
13. Assist in regular quality audits of care plans with the home manager.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Medication management and administration experience.
• Experience working with older adults.
• NVQ Level 2 in Social Care or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 3 in Social Care or equivalent, or achievement within the first 12 months of employment.
• Ability to contribute to assessment, planning, and evaluation of care needs.
• Knowledge of the 6 principles of care and their application in residential/nursing settings.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Self-motivation and confidence.

The Benefits:

• Opportunities for career progression into senior and management roles.
• Bank holiday and overtime enhancements.
• 5.6 weeks' annual leave.
• Paid DBS check.
• Uniform provided.
• Paid training and ongoing professional development.
• Refer-a-friend scheme for roles like Registered Nurse, Team Leader, Senior Care Assistant, and Care Assistant.
• Comprehensive induction programme.
• Support for nationally recognized qualifications.
• Competitive pay rate.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Wellbeing programmes and recognition awards.
• Travel plan offering free meals for walking or biking to work.
• Christmas bonuses.
• Pension scheme.
• HASTEE pay advance scheme.