Social Care Team Leader

Archer Resourcing; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare agency is seeking dedicated individuals for a caregiving position in Gateshead. Responsibilities include managing care services to meet the high standards set by the Care Quality Commission. Candidates should possess a Care level 3 diploma and demonstrate commitment, flexibility, and excellent communication skills. A £250 referral bonus is available for successful candidate referrals.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Care level 3 diploma or team leading qualification is required.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
• Understanding of CQC standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the shift delivering high-quality care.
• Delegate resources effectively and ensure documentation is completed.
• Administer and record medication, responding to any errors.

Skills

Commitment to high-quality care

Negotiation skills

Ability to adapt under pressure

Flexibility

Education

Care level 3 diploma

Team leading qualification

Job description

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Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Managing all aspects of the shift to deliver a service which provides a high standard of care meeting individual customer needs.
• Delivering a quality of service that meets Care Quality Commission (CQC) fundamental standards, improving customer’s lives and supporting happy living for the future.
• Assisting in meeting the nutritional needs of the customer.
• Leading and being responsible for assessing priorities, delegating resources effectively, and ensuring documentation is completed.
• Administering, recording, and ordering medication, and responding promptly to any medication errors.

Required skills:

• Commitment and passion for providing high-quality care.
• Negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to adapt to different situations and work under pressure.
• Flexible and reliable.

Requirements:

• Care level 3 diploma or team leading qualification.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
• Understanding of CQC standards and their impact on care management and practice.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Enhanced DBS - on the update service? You could be fast-tracked through our recruitment process today.

Working with Archer Resourcing Ltd:

We have been helping healthcare professionals find exciting new roles for years, with extensive relationships across the UK social care sector, giving you the best chance to land your next role.

We operate efficiently but can only respond to candidates who meet the exact requirements. For queries, please contact Archer directly.

We offer a £250 referral bonus for anyone you refer who is interested.

Due to high application volume, we cannot respond to all applications. We may hold your CV for future opportunities.