Care Home Community Lead

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Community Lead within our Residential Care Homes at Barchester, you'll help to make our residents' lives stimulating and fulfilling so that we can deliver the person-centred care and support they deserve. Always focusing on respecting our residents' independence, privacy, dignity and choice, while leading and supervising our team of Carers and Senior Carers. The role of Community Lead will involve some clinical responsibilities, including recording observations on weight and height, monitoring medication administration, and supporting the delivery of person-centred care plans. You'll also be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of care are delivered in a way that respects and promotes our residents' autonomy, dignity, and well-being. This role is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our residents and their families. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Lead and supervise a team of Carers and Senior Carers to deliver high-quality person-centred care and support to our residents. • Develop and maintain effective relationships with residents, their families, and other stakeholders to ensure that we're delivering the right level of care and support. • Work closely with colleagues across the Home to ensure that all aspects of care are delivered in a way that respects and promotes our residents' autonomy, dignity, and well-being. • Identify and address any issues or concerns that may arise during your shift, working collaboratively with other team members to resolve them. • Maintain accurate records of observations, incidents, and other relevant information, as required by the Home's policies and procedures. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: • A passion for delivering person-centred care and support to older people. • Strong leadership and management skills, with experience of leading a team in a healthcare or social care setting. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with residents, their families, and other stakeholders. • A commitment to promoting dignity, autonomy, and well-being for all our residents. • Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, as required by the Home's needs. BENEFITS: • Competitive salary and benefits package. • Opportunities for professional development and career progression. • A supportive and collaborative working environment. • Recognition and reward for outstanding performance.