Job Type: | permanent | Duration: | |
Category: | Medical or Health | Recruiter Reference: | agincare/TP/312916/7508 |
URL for Applications: | Apply Here | Salary: | Up to £13.50 per hour |
Spring into a new career with us!
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can really make a difference? Or perhaps you are an experienced care professional looking for a change? Agincare has opportunities across the country that could be perfect for you and also add a real difference to the lives of those we support on a daily basis. Care is a vocation, we are looking for people who are passionate about supporting others and will take pride and love in the work they undertake on a daily basis. Interested? Apply today!
What’s on Offer
Agincare are a proud family run organisation that is proud of its values and the delivery of the highest levels of care to the people we support. Working at Agincare brings many benefits including:
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a Care Team Leader to join our dedicated, passionate team in our Cheriton Care home.
Cheriton Care Home has 70 beds, and is located in the heart of Dorchester, close to Brewery Square and all the town’s amenities. We’re within easy reach of the A35 and both train stations. We are also right on the bus route to and from Weymouth.
As a Care Team Leader you’ll lead a team of care assistants, supporting them to ensure exceptional care is provided to our care home residents.
You will carry out care and support plan reviews to ensure that the care provided is person-centred and meets the requirement of the needs of your residents. You will be responsible for the administration of residents’ medication in line with company policies and procedures. You will work with the management team to detect and control the spread of infection using the home's relevant systems and processes.
You will develop the skill set of your team and act as a first point of escalation where required; acting quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
About You
We are looking for engaging and supportive individuals who work to the highest care standards. You will need to have demonstrable experience working in a senior care or team leading capacity in a care home setting, and have obtained, or working towards NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Health and Social Care.