For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. Our work is guided by five core values – Care, Compassion, Community, Integrity and Excellence– and we are proud of the difference our teams make every day in the lives of residents, colleagues and local communities.
We are now looking for a dedicated Care Team Leader to join our team at Speedwell Court.
Role Details
Role: Care Team Leader (Senior Care Assistant) - Nights
Location: Speedwell Court, Mansbridge Road, West End, Southampton, SO18 3HW.
Pay:£14.77 p/h - £15.24 p/h
Hours: 42 hours average per week, based on a 2 week rolling rota. Shifts include alternate weekend working.
Shifts: 8pm-8am.
Responsibilities
* Our Care Team Leaders sit at the heart of what we do. As the recognised Senior Carer on a shift, youll have overall responsibility for regular monitoring of the health, care and social needs of our residents.
* 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 Senior Carer on that shift, you will take the lead when staff or residents need help, such as in the event of an emergency.
About You
* You must be an experienced Carer, ideally with a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or equivalent, or be committed to working towards this.
* As a Care Team Leader, you must be able to demonstrate good organisation and staff management skills. You’ll already be skilled in writing and updating Care Plans, and competent in the administration of Medication.
* Most of all, you’ll be passionate and committed to providing exceptional care to our residents, their families and friends.
Pay & Benefits
* £14.77 p/h - £15.24 p/h pay, benchmarked annually.
* Work overtime? With Dayforce Wallet, access your extra pay instantly, with no waiting until payday!
* Book Virtual GP appointments, claim back healthcare and dental expenses with Medicash.
* Up to 31 days paid leave (pro rata) including bank/public holidays.
* Comprehensive induction.
* Life Assurance.
* Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution.
* Learning and career development opportunities.
* Occupational sick pay.
* Company pension.
* Discounted gym membership.
* An employee assistance programme.
* Cycle-to-work scheme.
* Shop and save vouchers.
* Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts.
Application Requirements
The role requires eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.
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