Night Lead

The Orders of St John Care Trust; Farnham Common; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care trust in Farnham Common is seeking a Night Care Leader to manage a dedicated team of carers. You’ll ensure the safety and wellbeing of residents, maintain care plans, and provide compassionate support. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care and experience in team leadership. Join a nurturing environment that values kindness and professionalism, offering a competitive salary and various benefits supported by the trust's strong community focus.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Company pension

Free uniform

Free DBS

Employee Assistance Programme

Care Worker Charity membership

Refer a Friend scheme

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a team to deliver care.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.
• Positive role model with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of carers ensuring safety and security.
• Review care plans and maintain accurate records.
• Support the wellbeing of residents through effective team management.

Skills

Team leadership

Excellent communication

Compassionate care

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 2 with willingness to progress

Job description

Overview

Night Care Leader

Location: Farnham Common, Buckinghamshire, SL2 3HU • Pay rate: £13.90 per hour • Contracted hours: ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you an experienced carer with a desire to progress your career to the next level? Do you prefer to work nights? Our care teams make a real difference every day and your professionalism, teamed with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do.

You’ll be leading a small team of carers, responsible for keeping wakeful watch on the security and safety of our residents and the home in general. You’ll ensure that care plans are regularly reviewed, understand the importance of maintaining accurate records, and manage the time of yourself and your team effectively to support the wellbeing of our residents. You’ll understand that some shifts might be challenging, but you’ll also laugh, have fun and make lasting memories with our residents. In joining us, you’ll become part of our extended family and work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.

Farnham Common House care home is in an ideal location with easy access to the M40, M25, M4, and Slough. The home provides a comfortable, home-from-home living environment with 50 individual rooms across four wings, plenty of communal and outdoor space for social activities, and space for personal items to create a homely feel.

About You

You’ll have an NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, or you’ve achieved NVQ Level 2, and you’re prepared to study for NVQ Level 3. You’ll be experienced in leading a team to deliver care, keen to progress to greater responsibility, and willing to undertake relevant training to support your career development in a nurturing, engaging and rewarding environment. You’ll be a positive role model with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to get along with others. As a supportive leader, you’ll motivate your team to deliver the best possible care to our residents at all times.

If you think you have the right skills and attitude to deliver the highest quality of care for our residents as a Night Care Leader within our care homes, you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• A Company pension
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Care Worker Charity membership for wellbeing and financial aid
• Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who starts with us
• Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme with discounts

About the Employer

The Trust is a great place to work; not-for-profit means we reinvest every penny into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. We offer a competitive salary, training and development, and keep colleagues safe with PPE and daily testing.