Location: Tokai, Western Cape
Job Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Not Specified
Reference Number: Not Provided
About the Company
Faircape Group, through its healthcare division Faircape Health, provides a full continuum of care across six world-class healthcare facilities located within luxury retirement villages in the Western Cape.
Faircape Health is known for delivering exceptional elderly care services, combining compassion, innovation, and professionalism. This makes it a top employer for candidates seeking healthcare jobs in South Africa, elderly care careers, and supervisory roles in retirement facilities.
Position Overview
Faircape is currently hiring an Assistant Carer Supervisor for its Tokai Estate facility. This role is ideal for experienced caregivers or healthcare professionals with supervisory experience who are passionate about elderly care and team leadership.
You will support the Carer Supervisor in managing the care team, ensuring residents receive the highest quality of care, and maintaining compliance with healthcare standards. This opportunity is perfect for candidates looking for care supervisor jobs in Cape Town, nursing assistant leadership roles, or healthcare management careers in South Africa.
Key Responsibilities
Team Supervision & Coordination
- Supervise and coordinate the carer team across allocated areas
- Ensure carers follow care plans and complete daily charting accurately
- Monitor adherence to policies and escalate non-compliance
Patient Care & Support
- Assist carers with care tasks, exercises, and resident support
- Ensure prompt response to call/panic systems
- Monitor changes in residents’ conditions and report concerns
Staff Support & Development
- Address staff queries and provide guidance
- Identify training needs and escalate to management
- Support team performance and continuous improvement
Administration & Reporting
- Submit daily handover reports
- Document incidents and maintain accurate records
- Ensure proper distribution and storage of equipment
Quality Control & Compliance
- Conduct weekly spot checks on rooms and equipment
- Ensure infection control procedures are followed
- Monitor stock levels (e.g., nappies, toiletries)
- Ensure grooming standards are maintained and documented
Minimum Requirements
Education & Qualifications
- Grade 10 – 12
- Recognised carer qualification (advantageous)
Experience & Knowledge
- Proven experience in a supervisory or management role
- Experience working as a carer (advantageous)
- Strong administrative and computer skills
- Knowledge of:
- Dementia care
- Palliative care
- Rehabilitative care
- Manual handling techniques
- Fall prevention practices
Core Competencies
- Strong leadership and team motivation skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
- Ability to make sound decisions under pressure
- Compassionate approach to elderly care
- Strong organisational and multitasking skills
- Attention to detail and accountability
- Ability to work independently and within a team
Why Join Faircape?
- Competitive salary package
- Allowance for additional shifts on short notice
- Quarterly performance bonuses
- Long service leave benefits
- Discounted ISP packages
- Continuous training and development opportunities
- Career growth within a reputable healthcare organisation
Working Hours
- 16.25 shifts per month (rostered Monday to Sunday)
- Shift hours: 06:30 – 18:30
Specific Requirements
- Clear criminal record
- Clear health record
- Clear credit record
- Contactable references (mandatory)
POPIA Compliance
By applying for this position, you consent to the processing of your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be handled confidentially and used solely for recruitment purposes.
How to Apply
Apply via the official Faircape careers platform.
Important Application Steps:
- Complete the one-way online interview (sent after application submission)
- Submit written references (applications without references will not be considered)
Note: If you do not receive feedback within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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