Team Leader

TipTopJob; Newport Pagnell; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A family-run care home in Newport Pagnell seeks a passionate team leader to enhance residents' lives. The role involves supporting daily operations, leading a team, and ensuring high standards of care. Candidates should have NVQ Level 2 or 3 in health and social care and experience in a leadership position.

Benefits

Homely, family-run environment

Comprehensive face-to-face induction

Overtime enhancements

Ongoing personal development and support

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in health and social care required.
• Proven experience in a team leader role.
• Full UK Driving License essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the senior in the daily running of the home.
• Assist in leading a team of staff to maintain care standards.
• Administer medication rounds on specific shifts.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Team Leadership

Person-Centred Care

Education

NVQ or diploma Level 2 in health and social care

NVQ or diploma Level 3 in health and social care

Job description

Location:

Tyringham, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9ES

Salary:

GBP 14 per hour

Hours:

Full time

Our client is a family-run care home set in 5 acres of beautiful countryside. They support 35 elderly residents with varying needs and aim to provide a home-from-home environment where residents are supported and cared for by a dedicated and consistent team.

They are looking for an experienced team leader who is passionate about enhancing the lives of their residents.

The Role

• Support the senior in the daily running of the home, stepping into the shoes of the senior when necessary.
• Assist in leading a team of staff to ensure high standards of care practice are maintained and act as a role model in a team.
• Liaise with outside professionals regarding the changing needs of the residents.
• Take responsibility for organization and support during specific shifts.
• Administer medication rounds on specific shifts.
• Review and update care plans and risk assessments as needed to support the senior.
• Demonstrate person-centred care in practice.
• Work with care staff and residents to deliver high-quality personal care.
• Assist residents with food and fluids during mealtimes.
• Have a good knowledge of mental capacity assessments and deprivation of liberty safeguards.

Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum NVQ or diploma Level 2 (Level 3 preferred) in health and social care.
• Full UK Driving License.
• Proven experience in a team leader role.
• IT literate with good knowledge and understanding of record keeping.
• A friendly and approachable personality.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• A good understanding of how to interact with residents living with dementia.
• Flexibility to work on a rota basis between 7am and 9pm (7:2 or 2:9 shifts; must work a variety).
• Ability to work alternate weekends.

Benefits

• A homely, family-run environment.
• A comprehensive face-to-face induction.
• Overtime enhancements.
• Ongoing personal development and support, including opportunities to complete health and social care diplomas.

If you believe you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.