Team Leader

Seven Social Care is looking for a TEAM LEADER at Bedford Borough Council paying £16.18 per hour

JOB PURPOSE:

To be an active member of the senior management team within the residential home, delivering direct care and supporting the Home Manager and Deputy in the day to day operation of the home; thus ensuring a range of defined quality services are provided.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To undertake the role of Senior person in the home, ensuring services are delivered and maintained and in accordance with legislative and statutory requirements and policies and procedures of the organisation.

To liaise effectively with residents and/or their representative and internal and external professionals and contractors as required

To report and record accurately appropriate information relating to residents, staff and the operation of the home.

To administer medication in accordance with policy

To supervise a team of staff and undertake 6 monthly performance reviews

To assist in the planning of rota's and deployment of staff to meet the needs of residents

To assist in the monitoring and evaluation of health and safety in the care home, undertaking risk assessments and appropriate actions to reduce risks as required.

To ensure residents care needs are regularly assessed and supported by individual personal care plans and risk management assessments with clear interventions, and that these are reviewed monthly or more frequently if changes occur.

To refer and work with external professionals in order to ensure residents needs are promptly supported

To promptly address concerns and verbal feedback regarding the service

To report safeguarding incidents/concerns in a timely manner and in accordance with local policy.

To assist in the induction, training and development of staff

To provide direct care to residents supporting both physical and psychological needs.

Working with Seven Social Care:

Established in 2011, Seven Social Care is a leading provider of social care professionals to county councils, charities, hospitals, care homes and private organisations across the UK.

Seven is the recruitment service that guarantees experienced, qualified and available staff exactly when you need them. Our expert talent acquisition team seamlessly connect professionals to all areas of social care; including Children and Adults, Mental Health, Substance Misuse, Community, Support Work and everything in between.

After being shortlisted for multiple awards in 2018, we are proud of our nationwide reputation for providing a world-class recruitment service that is underpinned by honesty, integrity and attention to detail.

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