Team Leader - Finchley, United Kingdom - Filey Care and Support Ltd

Filey Care and Support Ltd

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Finchley, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are a care provider offering specialist 24-hour care and support to Asian women with learning disabilities and complex health needs.

Operating from one care home and three small supported living units in Finchley, we pride ourselves on our dedicated and passionate team.

We provide ongoing training through our award-winning partner and offer fully funded CACHE or NVQ qualifications.

Job Purpose

The Team Leader will oversee and maintain the day-to-day operational care of clients within the Care Home, ensuring health, safety, and care standards are met at the highest level.

About You

Required Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications

Acquired or working towards NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or Equivalent Experience
Effective communication skills at all levels
Proven ability to manage care staff
Team player
Genuine interest in working with the relevant client group
Satisfactory DBS Check

Desired Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications

Experience/qualification in caring for adults with learning difficulties and/or mental health problems
Minimum of two years of management/supervisory experience

Main ResponsibilitiesManaging the Floor - Day-to-Day Care

Delegate tasks and monitor their completion
Review toileting and fluid charts for necessary actions
Record and address incidents properly
Ensure activity timetables are followed and document reasons for missed activities
Promote healthy activities and wellbeing
Ensure timely and highstandard personal care
Conduct spot checks on residents' bedrooms
Monitor residents' food and fluid intake
Ensure residents return on time from activities, taking action if needed
Administer prescribed medicines and maintain records
Handover key information to management and night staff
Report any complaints, incidents, or unusual occurrences

Health & Safety

Report illnesses or accidents immediately
Implement the Care Home's Health & Safety policy and procedures
Act as "Responsible Officer" in the absence of the H&S Officer
Report faulty appliances or hazards
Promote safe working practices

Training & Development

Shadow and perform spot checks to ensure staff competence
Provide training on manual handling
Contribute to staff supervision and attend mandatory training

General Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with company policies, including whistleblowing, complaints, and equality procedures
Participate in staff and client meetings
Maintain the Care Home's presentation and safety standards
Secure the Care Home and maintain confidentiality
Notify management of any inability to report for duty and ensure the return process is smooth
Adhere to all NMC guidelines and Care Standards regulations

Benefits
Flexible patterns of work
Induction/Training provided
Competitive Salary

Opportunity for progression

Job Types:
Full-time - 6 days a week with an alternate Saturday or Sunday.

Pay:
From £12.75 per hour

Benefits: