Care Team Leader (Nights) in Lancaster, Lancashire

Care Team Leader (Nights)
Location: Ashton Manor Care Home, Lancaster
Salary: £31,668 per annum / £14.50 per hour
Hours: Full-time, 8pm to 8am on a two-week rolling rota
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role:
Evermore Care is seeking an experienced Care Team Leader (Nights) to join our dedicated team at Ashton Manor, a luxury care home in Lancaster. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and manage the night team, ensuring the highest standards of care and support for residents. The position requires you to oversee and coordinate the care team during night shifts, provide leadership, training, and supervision, and act as the main point of contact for any issues that arise in the absence of the home manager.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise the care team throughout the night, ensuring effective handovers, providing guidance, and being a positive role model.
• Manage night rotas, ensuring adequate staffing levels and appropriate skill mix.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with the home management team, addressing concerns promptly.
• Conduct and lead nightly team meetings, providing feedback and support to staff.
• Oversee medication management, including the receipt and administration of medications.

Experience and Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Significant experience in a similar setting, with a solid understanding of dementia and elderly care.
• Proven leadership skills with experience in supervising and appraising staff.
• Knowledge of medication management and adherence to safety protocols.

Benefits:

• Company Workplace Pension Scheme.
• Health Cash Plan Benefits Package.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to Blue Light Card Membership.
• Competitive salary with free lunch provided.
• Refer a Friend scheme.
• Free DBS check.

About Ashton Manor:
Ashton Manor is a state-of-the-art 67-bed care home that offers premium personal, dementia, and respite care across three floors. The home features rooms decorated to a high standard with modern fixtures, video calling facilities, and stylish furnishings. It also boasts a range of amenities, including a beauty salon, cinema room, and a variety of activities for residents.

Join Us:
If you have the experience and passion for leading a team in a supportive and high-standard care setting, APPLY TODAY!

Evermore Care Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We respect and empower individuals, supporting diverse perspectives and experiences in our workforce. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to providing support during the recruitment process.