Field Care Supervisor

Field Care Supervisor - Job Description

What You'll Do

The role of the Field Care Supervisor is to support the delivery of the highest quality care support services by carrying out a range of functions in the field, including:

• Assessment & Review:
  • Conduct initial and ongoing needs and risk assessments.
  • Participate in multi-disciplinary reviews of service users' needs.
  • Carry out regular service reviews to ensure care plans remain appropriate and effective.
• Care Worker Supervision & Support:
  • Shadow new care workers to assess competence and provide guidance.
  • Perform on-site observations and evaluations of care worker practice, both routinely and in response to performance concerns.
  • Deliver practical supervision, instruction, and support to care staff.
• Medication & Competency Checks:
  • Conduct medication administration checks to ensure compliance with care plans and safety standards.
  • Assess and document care worker competency in medication handling and other key care tasks.
• CQC Compliance:
  • Maintain a strong understanding of Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and ensure all care delivery aligns with regulatory requirements.
  • Support the implementation of best practices to meet or exceed CQC expectations.
• Rota Planning:
  • Work closely with Care Coordinators to develop realistic and effective rotas, considering both service user needs and care worker skills.

Work Environment

• Community-Based: Majority of time spent in the field conducting assessments, observations, and support.
• Office-Based: Includes administrative tasks such as documentation, care planning, and coordination.

Qualification

• Level 3 Health & Social Care