Social Care Team Leader

Archer Resourcing; Wetherby; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK's social care sector seeks a dedicated individual to manage care services. The role involves overseeing staff, ensuring compliance with care standards, and delivering personalized care to enhance patients' well-being. Ideal candidates will possess a Care Level 3 diploma and strong management skills.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus for successful referrals

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-focused environment and delivering hands-on care.
• Knowledge of care settings and the needs of older people.
• Enhanced DBS check within the last 12 months or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the shift to deliver high-quality care.
• Lead and oversee the shift, ensuring proper documentation.
• Administer and record medication; respond to errors.

Skills

Management

Organizational skills

Customer-focused care

Adaptability

Education

Care Level 3 diploma or team leading qualification

Job description

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Job Responsibilities

1. Manage all aspects of the shift to deliver high-quality care tailored to individual customer needs.
2. Ensure services meet Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards, enhancing customer quality of life and promoting well-being.
3. Lead and oversee the shift, assess priorities, delegate tasks effectively, and ensure proper documentation.
4. Review customer care needs, analyze trends, and maintain accurate care plans to ensure appropriate service delivery.
5. Administer, record, and order medication, responding promptly to any medication errors.
6. Induct, supervise, and train Care Assistants, managing performance concerns as needed.
7. Participate in hands-on care, support key workers, and lead the care team.
8. Assist in meeting the nutritional needs of customers.
9. Handle management tasks such as health and safety within the location.
10. Coordinate with external health and social care providers and stakeholders to meet customer welfare needs.

Requirements

1. Care Level 3 diploma or team leading qualification.
2. Knowledge of care settings and the needs of older people.
3. Experience in a customer-focused environment and delivering hands-on care.
4. Ability to adapt to different situations and work under pressure.
5. Strong management and organizational skills.
6. Enhanced DBS check within the last 12 months or willingness to obtain one.

Additional Information

We at Archer Resourcing have extensive experience in connecting professionals with exciting roles across the UK social care sector. Due to high application volumes, we may not respond to every application but may keep your CV on file for future opportunities. We also offer a £250 referral bonus for successful referrals.