Senior Care Lead: Team Supervisor & Care Planning

Care UK; Ilkley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wagestream

Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements

Career development & apprenticeship

Discounts

Annual holiday scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Care UK in Ilkley is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead shifts, manage care plans and administer medications. You will liaise with families and health professionals to ensure high-quality care and support residents in maintaining their independence.

The role emphasizes leadership, meticulous organisation and a patient-centred approach within a compassionate team. Training, progression opportunities and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in health and social care desirable.
• Be well-organised, IT literate and adept at allocating and delegating work appropriately.
• Proven ability to lead and supervise others.
• A good understanding of care planning processes.
• Be experienced in administering medication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise your shift.
• Case manage residents and liaise with families and healthcare professionals to create and deliver care plans.
• Administer and record medication.
• Carry out risk assessments.
• Work with care assistants to support residents with daily needs and independence.
• Develop services with the leadership team.
• Provide a fun, inclusive and professional approach at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Case management

Medication administration

Risk assessments

Care planning

IT literacy

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

NVQ3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Care UK in Ilkley is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead shifts, manage care plans and administer medications. You will liaise with families and health professionals to ensure high-quality care and support residents in maintaining their independence.

The role emphasizes leadership, meticulous organisation and a patient-centred approach within a compassionate team. Training, progression opportunities and a supportive work environment are offered.