Team Leader

Excelcare; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Free on-site parking

Enhanced bank holiday pay

Annual salary review

Refer a Friend £500

DBS paid by Excelcare

Induction programme

Apprenticeship funding

Paid uniform

Employee of the month £100

Team appreciation week

Job summary

The Willows Care Home in Milton Keynes is seeking a Team Leader to guide and mentor a team of Care Assistants, ensuring outstanding, person-centred care. You will report to the Home Manager and work with senior staff to plan activities and quality care.

You will promote independence, dignity and respect, manage risk assessments, and help drive continuous improvement. NVQ 2/3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent experience is required, with generous benefits and training offered by Excelcare.

Qualifications

• NVQ 2/3 in Health & Social Care or three years' experience without an NVQ.
• Experience as a Team Leader in a care setting.
• Understanding of CQC regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with dementia care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Care Assistants to deliver outstanding care.
• Report to the Home Manager and work with senior staff.
• Engage residents in meaningful activities while promoting independence, dignity and respect.
• Create person-centred care plans and conduct risk assessments with regular reviews.

Skills

Leadership

People skills

Motivation

Care teamwork

Education

NVQ 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Tools

e-MAR system

Job description

Team Leader at The Willows Care Home in Milton Keynes

As a Team Leader you will be part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day.

Excelcare is a family-owned Care Home group established for over 34 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the 'family' and in return for your dedication and hard work.

You can expect:

• £14.05 to £14.50 per hour depending on experience and qualifications
• 48 hours a week
• Night shifts from 8pm - 8am, Monday - Sunday. You must be able to work alternate weekends

About the role:

• As a Team Leader, you will be working alongside and mentoring a team of Care Assistants to ensure that outstanding care is delivered at all times.
• You would be reporting to the Home Manager and work directly with the ancillary teams and other Senior Care Assistants within the home.
• You will be engaging in meaningful activities with the people living in our care home as well as always promoting independence, choice, dignity, and respect.
• Your involvement with creating person-centred care plans and risk assessments will be key to the successful delivery of outstanding care and regular updates and reviews will be required.

What we are looking for from you:

• Experience as a Team Leader with an NVQ 2/3 qualification in Health and Social Care OR three years' experience without an NVQ
• Experience in a nursing or care home OR as a home care worker
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks - Care Quality Commission (CQC)
• Knowledge and practice of working with people suffering with dementia is desirable
• Previous experience prompting/administering medication using an electronic e-MAR system would be desirable - full training and support will be provided.
• You will be an enthusiastic, inspiring, and caring individual - passionate about what we do

What we offer in return for your hard work:

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Free on-site parking*
• Enhanced bank holiday pay
• Annual salary review
• Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer*
• DBS certificate paid by Excelcare*
• Comprehensive induction programme
• Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required)
• Paid uniform
• Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution
• Team appreciation week

*Terms and Conditions apply