A warm and welcoming residential care service in Southport requires a Senior Support Worker Ref[...]

TN United Kingdom; Sefton; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A warm and welcoming residential care service in Southport is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker. This role offers the opportunity to lead a team of skilled carers, ensuring the highest quality of care for residents. You will support individuals with personal care needs and promote their health and wellbeing. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits including training and career development, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of older people. Join a leading healthcare provider and be part of a supportive and caring environment.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Discount schemes

Training courses

Career development

Employee support services

Uniform provided

DBS check provided

Cycle2Work scheme

Healthcare schemes

Family policies

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is required.
• Previous care experience and leadership skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of care assistants to provide high-quality care.
• Support residents with personal care and health activities.
• Administer medication and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Caring for older people

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Record keeping

Time management

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

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A warm and welcoming residential care service in Southport requires a Senior Support Worker (Reference ID: 6048)

Job Details

• Type: Full Time, Night Shifts, Part Time, Permanent
• Location: Southport, United Kingdom
• Client: Jupiter Recruitment
• Job Reference: 311976045672
• Job Views: 16
• Posted: 28.04.2025
• Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description

A job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Care Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in Southport, Merseyside. You will be working for one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers.

This homely accommodation is suitable for residential care, employing skilled carers to carry out personal care packages.

Requirements: NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Key Duties

1. Lead and inspire a team of care assistants to provide the highest quality of care to residents.
2. Support residents with personal care needs and encourage participation in activities for health and wellbeing.
3. Administer medication and maintain accurate records.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Passion for caring for older people
• Previous care experience
• Leadership, coaching, and motivation skills
• Warm, caring, and team-oriented nature
• Excellent communication, patience, and listening skills
• Record keeping, time management, and prioritization skills
• Ability to lead by example and build positive relationships

Salary and Benefits

The successful candidate will receive an hourly rate of £13.65, with an annual salary of up to £23,423.40. The role is permanent, full-time, working up to 33 hours per week during night shifts.

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) with an option to buy additional leave
• Discount schemes, training courses, career development, employee support services
• Uniform and DBS check provided
• Additional benefits like Cycle2Work, healthcare schemes, and family policies

Application Process

To apply, please call 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [emailprotected].