Shift Leader

SANCTUARY CARE LIMITED; Worcester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care provider in Worcester seeks a Shift Leader (Care) for nights and weekends. You will lead a team to ensure the safety and dignity of residents, maintain quality care, and keep accurate records. Ideal candidates will have experience leading a team and administering medication, along with a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits include career progression, health cash plans, and pension contributions.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Retail discount schemes

Group pension plan

Free parking

Paid breaks

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role, having previously led a team and administered medication.
• Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Level 3 or higher is desirable).

Responsibilities

• Make sure our residents are safe and comfortable.
• Lead the team in providing quality, individualised care.
• Ensure clear, accurate records are kept.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Digital skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Job Title

Shift Leader (Care) – Nights, Weekends

Employer

Friends of the Elderly (FotE)

Contract & Working Pattern

Full Time – 36 hours per week, Nights and Weekends. Pay: £14.82 per hour.

Location

Heathlands Residential Care Home, Station Road, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 1NG.

Responsibilities

• Make sure our residents are safe and comfortable.
• Act as a champion for their safety and dignity.
• Lead the team in providing quality, individualised care for residents in line with procedures and policies.
• Ensure clear, accurate records are kept.
• Follow procedures for ordering, administering and dispensing medication.
• Conduct supervisions and appraisals with staff and promote their development.
• Maintain a safe, clean workplace and follow infection control protocols.
• Handle shift patterns that include evenings, weekends and some unsociable hours.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in a similar role, having previously led a team and administered medication.
• Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Level 3 or higher is desirable).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Digital skills, problem‑solving ability and knowledge of safeguarding procedures.

Benefits & Recognition

• Learning, development and career progression.
• Wellbeing support through an employee assistance programme.
• Retail discount schemes.
• Monthly prize draw.
• Access to affordable salary‑deducted loans.
• Health cash plans.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Long‑service awards.
• Referral bonus of £200.
• Group pension plan with a 6% employer contribution.
• Free parking at homes and day clubs.
• Pay enhancements for evenings, weekends, bank holidays and overtime premiums.
• Uniforms provided.
• Paid breaks in care homes and day‑care services.
• Free DBS checks.

Safety & Legal

Safeguarding is one of the charity’s core values. All staff follow the Safeguarding Policy & Procedures and must report abuse immediately.

Criminal record checks: An enhanced DBS check is required; employment offer depends on a satisfactory outcome. Applicants may still be eligible depending on circumstances.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Friends of the Elderly strives to treat all staff equally and to be a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Applications are welcomed from those with the right to work in the UK; no sponsorship is provided.

Application Process

Applicants are interviewed as they apply. Don’t delay – the vacancy may close early if appointed before the advertised closing date.