Night Lead

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

Job summary

A prominent care organization in Chalfont St Peter seeks a Relief Night Care Leader to lead a team providing compassionate care. Key responsibilities include supporting residents, managing care plans, and leading a team during night shifts. Candidates must have NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, with leadership experience and strong communication skills. Enjoy competitive salary and extensive benefits in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Company pension

Free uniform

Free DBS

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

Care Worker Charity membership

Refer a Friend scheme up to £1000

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Experienced in leading a team to deliver care.
• Willing to undertake relevant training for career development.
• Positive role model with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of carers during night shifts.
• Ensure care plans are reviewed and records are maintained.
• Provide a positive environment for residents during night shifts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Compassionate care

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 2 with willingness to study for NVQ Level 3

Job description

Overview

Relief Night Care Leader | Location: Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire, SL9 9DL | Pay rate: £14.11 per hour | Contracted hours: Relief

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of carers, keeping wakeful watch on the security and safety of residents and the home in general.
• Ensure that care plans are regularly reviewed and maintain accurate records.
• Manage your time and your team’s time effectively to support the wellbeing of residents.
• Support residents during night shifts, acknowledge that some shifts may be challenging, and provide a positive, compassionate environment.
• Collaborate with other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness in the home.

About the Home

Mulberry Court care home is a small, friendly home in the heart of Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire. Mulberry Court has 23 boutique-style en-suite bedrooms and a dedicated visitor lounge, making it modern yet homely and personal.

In Return / Benefits

The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. We offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary and training and development, plus PPE and daily testing.

• 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, offering discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and more

About You

You’ll have NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, or NVQ Level 2 with preparedness to study for NVQ Level 3. You’ll be experienced in leading a team to deliver care, keen to progress to a role with 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. Apply and start your career with us today.