Night Shift Care Team Lead | Elderly Care Mentor

Cornwallis Care; Looe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reward and recognition Schemes

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to grow and progress in a,

Job summary

Rivermead View, Residential Care Home in Looe is seeking a Senior or Healthcare Assistant to lead night shift and guide a team of carers. This fixed-term maternity cover role emphasizes compassionate, person-centred care for residents and ongoing care plan development.

You will mentor staff, coordinate the night team, and ensure safe medication administration while upholding CQC standards. Requires Level 3 Health & Social Care and 2+ years in care.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in the care sector
• Experience administering medication

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the care team during your shift
• Administer and audit medication safely
• Support care planning, reviews, and risk assessments
• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and escape concerns appropriately
• Mentor and supervise team members
• Help maintain high standards in line with CQC requirements
• Take charge of the home in the absence of the Home Manager or Care Coordinator

Skills

Leadership

Medication administration

Care planning

Team supervision

Communication

Education

Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

Rivermead View, Residential Care Home in Looe is seeking a Senior or Healthcare Assistant to lead night shift and guide a team of carers. This fixed-term maternity cover role emphasizes compassionate, person-centred care for residents and ongoing care plan development.

You will mentor staff, coordinate the night team, and ensure safe medication administration while upholding CQC standards. Requires Level 3 Health & Social Care and 2+ years in care.