Care Home- Shift Lead (obelisk) Northampton, United Kingdom £28,716 Full Time Apply By 15 April, 2026 Job Posted Date 7 April, 2026

West Northamptonshire Council

Northampton, United Kingdom
Base: £28,716 py; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
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Shift lead experience in care home setting
Ability to manage staff induction and performance
Medication administration and safety compliance
** West Northamptonshire Council is seeking a Shift Lead for Obelisk House, a care home supporting older persons with various health needs. The role involves managing staff, overseeing care plans, and ensuring high-quality support for residents in a collaborative environment. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves managing a team of staff and taking responsibility for their induction training, continuous development, and performance within a residential care home.
  • The position requires assisting the management team by recording information to amend care plans and ensuring high-quality support for residents with dementia and physical disabilities.
  • West Northamptonshire Council offers 2.5 weeks of induction training followed by a 2-4 week buddy scheme to ensure new staff are settled without pressure.

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** West Northamptonshire Council is seeking a Shift Lead for Obelisk House, a care home supporting older persons with various health needs. The role involves managing staff, overseeing care plans, and ensuring high-quality support for residents in a collaborative environment. **

Salary

Base: £28,716 per year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 2.5 weeks induction plus 2-4 weeks buddy scheme

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Shift lead experience in care home setting
  • Ability to manage staff induction and performance
  • Medication administration and safety compliance
  • Knowledge of CQC regulations and legislation
  • Enhanced DBS certificate eligibility

Nice-to-have

  • NVQ Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care
  • Experience supporting diverse cultural communities
  • Budget monitoring and resource planning skills
  • Strong commitment to customer advocacy
  • Organic team growth background

Key Requirements

  • Enhanced DBS certificate required
  • Children and Adults Barred List check required
  • NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (ideal)
  • Previous care leadership experience preferred
  • UK work authorization required (no sponsorship)

Work Rights

Must have right to work in UK

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