Senior Care Lead - Day Shifts

MHA; Egglescliffe; Remote; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday including bank

Pension scheme

DBS checks paid

Uniforms provided

Counselling and hardship fund

Progression opportunities

Job summary

MHA’s Reuben Manor in Stockton-on-Tees is seeking a Senior Care Assistant (Days) to lead shifts, support the Home Manager and supervise care staff. You’ll promote dignified, person-centred care and help maintain a warm, inclusive home environment for residents.

You will provide hands-on care, support 1:1s and appraisals, and assist with regulatory compliance and care planning. A Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care is desirable, with DBS checks and training provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a care setting.
• Experience of leading a shift or deputising for a manager.
• Good IT skills, including use of email and basic office systems.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to lead, motivate and support a team.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people and an inclusive approach to care.
• A Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (or equivalent) is desirable, or a willingness to work towards this.

Responsibilities

• Take temporary charge of the home during the absence of other senior colleagues, ensuring safe and effective day-to-day running.
• Lead, support and supervise care and ancillary staff, helping them reach required standards and develop their skills.
• Provide hands-on care and health supervision to residents when required, always promoting dignity, privacy and choice.
• Support the Home Manager in meeting statutory, regulatory and organisational requirements, including record-keeping and audits.
• Administer medication in line with the Medication Policy where delegated.
• Support care planning, key working and the development of meaningful activities that enhance residents’ quality of life.
• Carry out or support regular 1:1s, supervisions and appraisals in line with policy.
• Promote good practice in health & safety, fire safety, food safety and infection prevention.
• Be flexible to cover care shifts, on-call duties and occasional travel for meetings or training.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

IT skills

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (desirable)

Tools

Email & Office apps

Job description

MHA’s Reuben Manor in Stockton-on-Tees is seeking a Senior Care Assistant (Days) to lead shifts, support the Home Manager and supervise care staff. You’ll promote dignified, person-centred care and help maintain a warm, inclusive home environment for residents.

You will provide hands-on care, support 1:1s and appraisals, and assist with regulatory compliance and care planning. A Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care is desirable, with DBS checks and training provided.