Job Description
Senior Team Leader – £15.10 per hour
Location: Fenwick, East Ayrshire
Situated in the quiet village of Fenwick, East Ayrshire, our care home provides Residential, Nursing, and Respite care for up to 47 residents. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Team Leader to manage The Lodge, home to 9 residents.
If you have a passion for person-centred care, strong leadership abilities, and are committed to maintaining high standards, we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
- Management: Oversee the daily running of the lodge for 9 residents, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment.
- Lead with Compassion: Deliver exceptional care and support, putting the wellbeing of residents first.
- Care Planning: Develop, review, and maintain personalised care plans, ensuring they meet each resident’s changing needs.
- Medication Management: Order, receive, and administer medication accurately, following all protocols and best practices.
- Team Leadership: Supervise, support, and motivate a team of care assistants, fostering a collaborative and efficient workplace.
- Maintain Standards: Ensure care practices meet our commitment to excellence and regulatory requirements.
- Communication: Promote open, respectful communication with residents, families, and colleagues.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience: A strong background in adult care, ideally including experience with dementia care.
- Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, manage, and support care staff effectively.
- Qualifications: SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (essential) & Medication training (essential)
- Professionalism: A confident, organised, and compassionate individual who takes pride in high-quality care delivery.
Why Join Us?
- Make a Difference: Directly impact the lives of residents while shaping the quality of care delivered by your team.
- Leadership Role: Take pride in managing your own lodge and leading a dedicated team.
- Supportive Workplace: Enjoy a warm, collaborative environment where your work is valued and recognised.
- Ongoing Development: We support your growth with opportunities for training and career progression.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your care career and lead with compassion, apply today and become part of our supportive and rewarding team.
Benefits
Contract Details
- £15.10 per hour - £1.00 per hour extra on Saturdays & Sundays
- Welcome Bonus of £1,000 paid over 2 payments (6 months & 1 year)
- Pension
- Onsite Parking
- Paid PVG
- Uniform Provided
- 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)
