Position Overview & Specifications

Lilian Faithfull Care is a well-established charity based in Gloucestershire that provides care, support and a home for Life for the elderly.

We are looking for a Team Leader to join our existing team of Nurses & carer’s at one of our care homes based in Pitchcombe, Stroud called Resthaven working 36 hours per week

All breaks paid plus additional enhancements (weekends hours additional £1 per hour. £11.02-£11.42 to £12.02-£12.42 at weekends.

Wagestream Access to Wagestream - allows you to transfer a percentage of your earned wages directly into your bank account at any point in the pay period

Responsibilities of a Team Leader

To work with support and lead the team within the home.

Promoting a safe and caring environment providing the highest standards of quality care in accordance with the Charities Policies whilst meeting the needs of our residents
There’s a requirement to teach and lead by example our new staff members in all aspects of their work in the home.
You will aid and support the management team in the monitoring supervision and training of staff in the home.
Making a difference to each individual’s life in everything you do.
Encouraging residents to maintain their independence as fully as possible
Assisting with mobility, personal hygiene, dressing and feeding ensuring dignity and respect for the resident at all times
Helping and encouraging residents to undertake these tasks for themselves as appropriate.

Requirements

A caring individual who is compassionate about providing care and support to elderly.
A genuine interest in working within a caring environment, to help people retain their dignity and respect their privacy.
Have a Level 3 NVQ in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
A minimum of 3 years’ experience working within a care setting
The ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
Work well in a team
Are flexible as shifts will include weekends and evenings on a rota basis.

Benefits of working with Lilian Faithfull Care: