Night Senior Care Assistant - Dementia & Mental Health

Cedar Lodge and The Limes Care Home; Taunton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Cedar Lodge Care Home in Taunton, Somerset, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant on a full-time contract for night shifts (36 hours per week) to deliver high quality, person-centred care for residents with complex needs including dementia and mental health conditions.

You will help oversee medications, monitor residents’ wellbeing, guide Care Assistants, follow care plans, keep accurate records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals in a calm, compassionate and professional

Qualifications

• Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), with Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards.
• Medication administration training with competency.
• Experience supporting or leading a care team within a care environment.
• Confidence supporting individuals with complex needs, including mental health or behavioural support.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of high quality, person centred care for individuals with complex needs.
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents’ wellbeing.
• Assist and guide Care Assistants, maintaining a calm, stable environment.
• Follow and review care plans and ensure accurate record keeping.
• Communicate effectively with families and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Calm under pressure

Care experience

Education

Health & Social Care Level 2

Health & Social Care Level 3 desirable

Job description

Cedar Lodge Care Home in Taunton, Somerset, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant on a full-time contract for night shifts (36 hours per week) to deliver high quality, person-centred care for residents with complex needs including dementia and mental health conditions.

You will help oversee medications, monitor residents’ wellbeing, guide Care Assistants, follow care plans, keep accurate records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals in a calm, compassionate and professional