Team Leader

Location: Central Coventry
Position: Team Leader - Residential Home for Older Adults with Dementia
Hourly rate: £12.40 per hour
Hours of work: 5 days over 7 - varied day shifts

In partnership with a well-established, highly-rated residential home in central Coventry, dedicated to providing exceptional care for older adults with dementia, I am seeking a compassionate and experienced Team Leader to join the team and help continue delivering outstanding care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Personal Care and Support: Provide high-quality personal care and support to residents.
• Activity Support: Engage residents in meaningful activities to enhance their well-being.
• Medication Administration: Administer medication safely and accurately.
• Report Writing: Maintain accurate and detailed records of care provided.
• Team Working: Collaborate effectively with team members to ensure the best care for residents.
• Partnership Working: Work in partnership with external agencies, families, and visitors to the home.
• Behaviour Management: Support residents with dementia or challenging behaviours, using positive behaviour management techniques.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualifications: Level 2 in Health and Social Care, ideally Level 3 or willing to secure this qualification.
• Experience: At least 2 years of experience as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) or a senior looking to advance. Experience in supporting adults with dementia or challenging behaviours.
• Skills: Medication trained, excellent personal care and support skills, activity support, report writing, team working, and partnership working.

Benefits:

• 5.6 weeks annual leave
• Pay reviews
• Christmas and loyalty bonuses
• Summer and Christmas parties
• On-site parking
• Opportunities for internal progression

Type of Person:

• Calm yet resilient
• Compassionate and organised
• Leads by example
• Committed to providing high-quality care

Training:

• Comprehensive induction
• Opportunity to secure formal qualifications

How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults with dementia and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Click apply today for immediate consideration.

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