Senior Care & Support Supervisor

Care South; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card discounts

Paid induction and training

Contributory pension scheme

Life insurance

Free DBS check

Career progression

Flexible working hours

Employee assistance and wellbeing

Job summary

Care South is hiring at Buxton House Weymouth for a Senior Care & Support Assistant. Lead care teams, supervise daily activities, and deliver person-centred care to residents in a 40-hour weekly shift pattern from 08:00 to 20:00 with alternate weekends.

The role requires prior care experience and the ability to work towards an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care. Compassion, strong communication, and a focus on dignity are essential as you guide staff and promote independence within a

Qualifications

• You should have prior experience in care, including care planning and medication administration.
• Hold, or be happy to work towards, an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Strong communication skills and leadership potential are valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supervision and support to Care Assistants.
• Deliver personalised care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
• Promote independence and dignity in all aspects of care.
• Act as a point of escalation for concerns or incidents.
• Foster a positive, collaborative team culture.

Skills

Care experience

Care planning

Medication administration

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Person-centred care

Education

NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Care South is hiring at Buxton House Weymouth for a Senior Care & Support Assistant. Lead care teams, supervise daily activities, and deliver person-centred care to residents in a 40-hour weekly shift pattern from 08:00 to 20:00 with alternate weekends.

The role requires prior care experience and the ability to work towards an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care. Compassion, strong communication, and a focus on dignity are essential as you guide staff and promote independence within a