Lead Senior Care Assistant

About us

Trinity Independent Care Ltd is a small business in EX48JN. We are professional, agile and supportive.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Tea and Coffee Provided
• Safe work environment
• On-the-job training

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Lead Senior Care Assistant to join our team. As a Lead Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to our customers. Your role will involve supervising and leading a team of Senior Care Assistants, ensuring that care plans are followed, and maintaining effective communication with customers, families, and staff.

Duties:

- Provide leadership and guidance to a team of Care Assistants and Senior Care assistants

- Assist with the development and implementation of care plans

- Monitor and evaluate the quality of care provided to customers

- Administer medication and assist with personal care tasks as needed

- Maintain accurate records and documentation

- Coordinate with healthcare professionals to ensure the well-being of customers

- Oversee the staffing rota and make changes as and when required

- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

- Utilize IT systems for record keeping and communication purposes

- Development and support of staffing team.

- Assist in the on call rota system.

Requirements:

- Previous experience in a Senior Care or similar role

- Strong leadership skills.

- Knowledge of care regulations and best practices

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

- Ability to work well under pressure and handle challenging situations with empathy

- Proficient in using IT systems for documentation purposes

At our facility, we offer competitive pay rates, ongoing training opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing exceptional care to our customers.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £14.00-£14.50 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Do you have access to your own car?

Experience:

• providing care: 1 year (preferred)
• supervisory: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (preferred)
• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 30/05/2024