Senior Care & Training Coach

SeeMeHired; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded qualifications

On-site parking

Blue Light Card

Career progression

Employee store discounts

On-call payment

Training facilities Stratford

Job summary

Compassion First Home Care in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking a Care & Training Practitioner to maintain high standards of person‑centred care while mentoring staff. You will blend hands‑on care with training, competency assessments and quality assurance to support Care Assistants across the region.

In this role you will lead by example, provide coaching, contribute to recruitment and SOP development, and help maintain accurate training records.

Qualifications

• Significant practical experience in domiciliary care or adult social care.
• Level 3 Diploma/NVQ in Adult Care or equivalent qualification.
• Experience supporting, mentoring or training care staff.
• Good understanding of CQC regulations, safeguarding and person‑centred care.
• Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence delivering group training and individual coaching.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a management team.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with appropriate business insurance.
• Right to work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Support new Care Assistants during shadowing shifts and transition into independent working.
• Complete practical competency assessments before carers undertake duties independently.
• Provide one‑to‑one coaching, constructive feedback and ongoing mentoring.
• Identify areas requiring improvement and develop appropriate support plans.
• Conduct staff supervisions, observational assessments and quality spot checks.
• Monitor care practices to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Promote safe working practices, dignity, respect, independence and person‑centred care.
• Support the management team in identifying improvements and maintaining high standards.
• Participate in recruitment activities, including values‑based interviews and candidate assessments.
• Support the development and review of standard operating procedures, training materials and working practices.
• Maintain accurate training, competency and supervision records.
• Participate in the shared out‑of‑hours on‑call rota.
• Maintain your practical care skills through regular care delivery in customers' homes.
• Lead by example, demonstrating excellent care practices and professional standards.
• Support Care Assistants with complex situations and provide practical guidance where required.

Job description

Compassion First Home Care in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking a Care & Training Practitioner to maintain high standards of person‑centred care while mentoring staff. You will blend hands‑on care with training, competency assessments and quality assurance to support Care Assistants across the region.

In this role you will lead by example, provide coaching, contribute to recruitment and SOP development, and help maintain accurate training records.