Shift Leader - Fixed Term Contract (Speyside)

Parklands Group; Aberlour; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care provider in Aberlour is seeking a Shift Leader to oversee resident care and manage staff in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will hold an SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and possess strong communication and leadership skills. Responsibilities include supporting care planning, administering medications, and ensuring high standards of care. This role also offers the opportunity for training and career development in a supportive team atmosphere, with benefits including a referral scheme and pension plan.

Benefits

Refer a Friend Scheme (£250 per referral)

Above & Beyond Rewards and Recognition Initiative

Family Friendly Working

Flexible Pay Access

Free PVG Check

Company Pension

Free On-Site Parking

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (including Medication Administration).
• Effective leadership abilities in a changing environment.
• Experience in managing and motivating a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the care and wellbeing of residents.
• Manage staff schedules and support care staff.
• Contribute to care planning and medication management.
• Promote health and safety practices in the workplace.
• Participate in mandatory training and development.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team management

Medication administration

Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Type(s): Full-time (30 hours per week) Duration: Fixed Term - Maternity Cover Schedule: Days (rotational shift basis that includes weekends) Hourly Rate: £15.50

Please note: We are not currently able to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK for their application to be considered.

We are looking for a Shift Leader who is dedicated to making every moment count. Suitable applicants must have completed their SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (including Medication Administration unit).

As a Shift Leader, you will need to be adaptable and able to lead effectively in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage and motivate a team are essential for ensuring high standards of care.

The Role

• To support the care, protection, and wellbeing, of all residents, by treating them with respect and dignity, assisting with their protection and promoting their independence.
• Report, record, and address issues related to staff, residents, relatives, or visitors, while managing staff schedules and supporting care staff.
• Contribute to residents' care planning and reviews, administer and monitor medication, and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with physiological measurements, overseeing safety and security in the workplace, and promoting health and safety practices.
• Support residents and families during palliative care and bereavement, attend training to enhance your skills, monitor residents' nutrition, and work within Parklands' Quality Management System (Q.M.S). Participation in mandatory training is required.

Be part of our dedicated care team in our Speyside Care Home located in Aberlour, a picturesque village that overlooks the majestic River Spey and is a popular haven for fishing enthusiasts.

What We Can Offer

• Refer a Friend Scheme (£250 per referral)
• Above & Beyond Rewards and Recognition Initiative
• Family Friendly Working
• Flexible Pay Access
• Free PVG Check
• Company Pension
• Free On-Site Parking
• We’ll provide the training and development you need to thrive and a chance to build on the skills you have
• We aim to develop our own talent, giving you the opportunity to develop your career with Parklands