Senior Care Supervisor - Nights, Medication & Team Lead

Ty Llandaff Care Home; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Ty Llandaff Care Home in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide a team for safe, person-centred care. You will oversee shifts, ensure ordered care, and monitor residents, including medication administration, while maintaining accurate documentation and clear communication with families and health professionals.

The role requires NVQ 2 with willingness toward Level 3, strong leadership, and excellent communication; weekend shifts are required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), with Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards.
• Medication administration training with competency is essential.
• Experience supporting or leading a care team is beneficial.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• A caring, compassionate and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support your team in delivering safe, high quality, person centred care.
• You will take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, ensuring care is well organised and delivered to a high standard.
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents' wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals.
• Alternate weekends are required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Ty Llandaff Care Home in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide a team for safe, person-centred care. You will oversee shifts, ensure ordered care, and monitor residents, including medication administration, while maintaining accurate documentation and clear communication with families and health professionals.

The role requires NVQ 2 with willingness toward Level 3, strong leadership, and excellent communication; weekend shifts are required.