Senior Care Team Lead - Day Shifts & Impact

Dovehaven Care Homes; Sefton; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Paid DBS

On-site parking

Free uniform

5.6 weeks leave

Pension scheme

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Dovehaven House in Southport is seeking a Senior Care Assistant (Days) to support residents with dignity and compassion. You’ll help with daily routines, lead by example, and work as part of a caring team on 12-hour day shifts.

This role offers a real living wage with premium pay on care duties, a £300 welcome bonus on probation, paid DBS, free uniform, on-site parking, and clear opportunities for training and career progression.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is essential.
• Previous supervisory experience in care/nursing home.
• Experience in elderly care settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care with dignity and compassion.
• Support residents’ emotional wellbeing and independence.
• Manage and support the care team during your shift.
• Supervise and support less experienced staff.
• Ensure care staff adhere to CQC guidelines and best practices.
• Promote high standards of care throughout the home.
• Work closely with colleagues to maintain a safe environment.
• Accurately completing care documentation and handovers.
• Take responsibility and use initiative when required.
• Support elderly residents with daily care needs.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Teamwork

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Dovehaven House in Southport is seeking a Senior Care Assistant (Days) to support residents with dignity and compassion. You’ll help with daily routines, lead by example, and work as part of a caring team on 12-hour day shifts.

This role offers a real living wage with premium pay on care duties, a £300 welcome bonus on probation, paid DBS, free uniform, on-site parking, and clear opportunities for training and career progression.