Team Leader

Meridian Health; Milton Keynes, Warrington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

highly competitive pay rates

company uniform

paid DBS disclosure

flexible hours

full training

on-going support

Job summary

Meridian Health in Salford is seeking a Full Time Team Leader to join our dynamic team. The role is 37.5 hours per week, based in the office and in the field, with on-site duties in Salford.

We offer highly competitive pay rates, a company uniform, paid DBS disclosure, flexible hours, full training, and ongoing support. Ideal candidates have prior care experience, hold a valid driver’s license, and have access to their own vehicle.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care role.
• Sociable, flexible and committed.
• Holds a valid driver's license and has access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Undertake initial assessments for new service users to ensure person-centered care.
• Promptly report to the care manager any issues concerning the care of service users.
• Monitor day-to-day work standards of a team of care workers, including specialist teams where appropriate.
• Assist with maintenance of records in written or computerised format per procedures and policies.
• Deputise in the absence of the care coordinator and care manager.
• Provide cover in other areas as required.
• Take part in an on-call rota to deliver care in emergencies.

Skills

Team leadership

Flexible

Sociable

Driver's license

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Full Time Team Leader 37.5 hours per week to join our dynamic team in Salford. This position is based in the office and in the field.

In return, we offer

• highly competitive pay rates
• company uniform
• paid DBS disclosure
• flexible hours
• full training
• on-going support

As a team leader you will be responsible for:

• To undertake initial assessments for new service users, to ensure they receive person centered care.
• To promptly report to the care manager any relevant issues concerning the care of service users
• To undertake the day to day monitoring of work standards of a team of care workers, including specialist teams where appropriate
• To assist with maintenance of records, in written or computerised format, as specified within procedures or as requested by care coordinators. Specifically to ensure that documentation in the homes of service users complies with Meridian Health and Social Care policies and procedures and in adherence to care standards
• Deputise in the absence of the care coordinator and care manager
• To provide cover in other areas as and when required
• Take part in an back up on call rota, helping to deliver care in emergency situations

We are looking for an individual who is sociable, flexible and committed. Who has previous experience in a care role. Holding a drivers license and having access to your own vehicle is essential.