Senior Support Worker & Shift Leader - 24/7 Care

Brookes HC Recruitment Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 36,677,000 - 37,250,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookes HC Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Senior Support Worker / Shift Leader for a residential care service in Leicester. The role is full-time, temp-to-permanent, with 40 hours per week and 8am-8pm and 8pm-8am shifts.

You will lead shifts, supervise Support Workers, administer medication, and follow individual care plans to support adults with complex needs. The service emphasises person-centred care and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience in health and social care settings.
• Experience administering and recording medication.
• Ability to take responsibility during a shift.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Flexible for day and night shifts.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and guide Support Workers.
• Administer and record medication safely.
• Support daily routines and personal care.
• Follow individual care plans.
• Promote independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Complete accurate care records and handovers.
• Respond to incidents and safeguarding concerns.
• Ensure policies and procedures are followed.
• Support senior management with service operations.

Skills

Shift leadership

Medication administration

Care support

Communication skills

Job description

Brookes HC Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Senior Support Worker / Shift Leader for a residential care service in Leicester. The role is full-time, temp-to-permanent, with 40 hours per week and 8am-8pm and 8pm-8am shifts.

You will lead shifts, supervise Support Workers, administer medication, and follow individual care plans to support adults with complex needs. The service emphasises person-centred care and safeguarding.