Weekend Care Team Leader

Abbeyfield; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in residential care is seeking a dedicated Care Team Leader for weekend shifts. This role is pivotal in ensuring the well-being of residents, overseeing their care plans, and leading a team to deliver exceptional support. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a commitment to quality care, and experience in medication administration. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers numerous benefits, including competitive pay and career development opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Free Onsite Parking

Life Assurance

Pay Progression

Learning and Career Development

Company Pension

Discounted Gym Membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Shop and Save Vouchers

Medical Cashback Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Care Assistant with a Level 3 qualification or commitment to attain it.
• Skilled in writing and updating Care Plans.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health, care, and social needs of residents.
• Supervise and support team members during shifts.

Skills

Organisation Skills

Staff Management

Care Plan Writing

Medication Administration

Passion for Care

Education

Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Lee House is an attractive residential care home located in Wimbledon offering care and support to residents over the age of 65.

The home has been carefully designed to offer comfortable accommodation which includes single occupancy bedrooms each with en-suite facilities, a pleasant lounge, dining room and garden. Facilities are also available for family or friends to stay overnight. Residents may personalise their room with small items of furniture and ornaments to promote familiarity.

Hourly rates of pay: £14.24 - £14.77.

This vacancy for the role of Care Team Leader is for weekends only. This will be based on 24.5 hours per week, both Saturday and Sunday.

The role:

Our Care Team Leader's sit at the heart of what we do. As the recognised leader on a shift, you'll have overall responsibility for regular monitoring of the health, care and social needs of our residents, plus the preparation, implementation and review of their personal care plans, including the administering of medication.

You'll supervise, support, coach and develop other team members, and liaise with people involved in residents' care, as well as with the residents themselves. Put simply, you'll ensure residents' needs and wishes are at the centre of the care we provide.

As the Care Team Leader on shift, you will keep a cool head and take the lead when staff or residents need help, such as in the event of an emergency.

At Lee House, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our many benefits include:

• Competitive pay, benchmarked annually
• Free onsite parking
• Life Assurance
• Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• An employee assistance programme
• Shop and save vouchers
• Medical cashback scheme allowing costs of medical expenses (dental, opticians and much more) to be claimed back
• Opportunity to apply for a 'Blue Light Card' offering you discounts in various shops and restaurants etc.

About You:

• You must be an experienced Care Assistant, ideally with a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or equivalent, or be committed to working towards this.
• As a leader of a team, you must be able to demonstrate good organisation and staff management skills. You'll already be skilled in writing and updating Care Plans.
• You must also be competent in the administration of medication.
• Above all else, you'll be passionate and committed to providing exceptional care to our residents, their families and friends.

How to apply:

If you think this sounds like you, please click the link NOW to upload your CV and covering letter, to be considered for interview.

• Job Family: Care, Activities & Care Compliance