Senior Care Team Lead – Night Shift

Oakland Care; Loughton; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal per shift

Uniform provided

Enhanced Bank Holiday pay

Cycle to Work scheme

Milestone birthdays - extra time off

Company sick pay

Refer a Friend scheme

Recognition and staff appreciation

Health Cash Plan

Death in Service Benefit

Long service awards

Job summary

Oakland Care in Loughton is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join our compassionate team. You will help deliver person-centred care to residents, support daily living activities, and role model best practices in a busy home.

The role requires at least 2 years’ experience, Level 3 Health and Social Care, and meds administration training. We offer a welcoming environment, permanent contract, nights shifts, and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience delivering care or as a Senior Care Assistant.
• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care.
• Training in medication administration.
• Excellent people and customer service skills.
• Ability to induct, supervise and mentor junior staff.
• Strong time management and organisational abilities.
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants and act as a positive role model.
• Assist with personal care, meals and daily living tasks.
• Administer medications following training and guidelines.
• Update care plans and maintain accurate records.
• Deliver high-quality person-centred care promoting dignity and wellbeing.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe environment.
• Support family members and visitors.

Skills

Team leadership

Care planning

Medication administration

Excellent communication

Time management

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Level 3 Health and Social Care

Job description

Oakland Care in Loughton is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join our compassionate team. You will help deliver person-centred care to residents, support daily living activities, and role model best practices in a busy home.

The role requires at least 2 years’ experience, Level 3 Health and Social Care, and meds administration training. We offer a welcoming environment, permanent contract, nights shifts, and a competitive hourly rate.