Care Team Leader

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our care team. This role is ideal for someone who wants the opportunity to take on added responsibility while continuing to provide high-quality, person-centred care within the community. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will support service users with their daily needs while also acting as a role model and support to other care staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality personal care and support in line with individual care plans
• Administer or assist with medication in accordance with policies and training
• Support service users with mobility, nutrition, personal hygiene, and daily activities
• Promote dignity, independence, and choice at all times
• Act as a senior point of contact during shifts, offering guidance to Care Assistants
• Monitor and report changes in service users’ physical or emotional wellbeing
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and management as required
• Ensure care is delivered in line with CQC regulatory standards
• Uphold safeguarding, health & safety, and infection control procedures

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 1 year experience in a care/support worker role
• Experience supporting vulnerable adults or elderly individuals
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A caring, patient, and professional approach
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends
• Right to work in the UK
• Must have good English communication skills

Desirable

• Experience in a senior or lead care role
• Dementia care experience
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rate
• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Opportunities for career progression
• Supportive management and team environment
• Holiday entitlement and pension scheme
• Employee wellbeing support

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