Senior Care Assistant

Meallmore Ltd; Aberdare; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Meallmore Ltd in the UK is seeking a Senior Care Worker to support Registered Nurses and lead the care team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate resident care, deliver hands-on assistance, supervise staff and maintain accurate care records, including medication administration.

You will be expected to demonstrate leadership, compassion and good communication, with an emphasis on professional development, SVQ level 3 progression, and SSSC

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a senior care worker in a similar setting is essential.
• Willingness to upskill to meet SVQ Level 3 and related qualifications.
• Registered as a supervisor with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within the required timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating residents' care needs.
• Deliver hands-on personal care and leadership to maintain high standards of care.
• Motivate and supervise the care team, coaching and supporting performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Person-centred care

IT literacy

Education

SVQ Level 3 or higher

Job description

A little bit about us

In Nairn, St Olaf Care Home provides a comfortable, homely environment where compassion and respect guide our care approach. Meallmore, Scotland’s most trusted care provider, delivers excellent care in great places to live and work. Be part of a team that values each resident’s dignity and well-being.

Working as a Senior Care Worker in Meallmore is key to supporting Registered Nurses in working together to enrich our residents’ lives as you provide high standards of person-centred care whilst leading and supporting the team – where our residents wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.

We provide Senior Care Workers with the opportunity to complete an award winning 6-month programme with salary increments along the journey as well as opportunities to take your career further.

Salary, £13.53 - £14.50 per hour

Hours: Days & Nights (full & part time opportunites)

Role and Responsibilities

• As a Senior Care Assistant with Meallmore you will have a vital role in leading our team in our mission to provide high-quality, personalised care and support. You will do this by;
• Supporting the Registered Nurse/Team Leader to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the comprehensive care needs of each resident living in our care home.
• Delivering hands on personal care, leadership and support to provide the highest standards of person-centred care ensuring our residents live their best lives.
• Motivating and supervising the care team, ensuring you have oversight of your team performance, providing coaching, mentoring and leadership support to promote positive change.
• Maintain accurate records of the job you do which will include completing assessments, writing care plans, resident reviews, and evaluations.
• Administering medication
• Leading by example in setting high standards of care and support, encouraging a positive work environment where practices are safe and meet all relevant standards, policies, and legislation.

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience working as a senior care worker in a similar care setting is essential. Or if the home is willing to upskill you can add in the below: We also welcome applications from experienced care workers actively working towards their SVQ Level 3 and looking for your next step up.
• Professional, compassionate, kind and motivated with a sense of fun - you’ll pride yourself on your person-centred, thoughtful approach to care.
• Ability to lead, motivate, inspire and develop a team.
• What’s just as important is that you are organised, flexible in your approach and have great communication and leadership skills.
• Confident in the use of IT applications
• To be a Senior Care Worker you will be registered as a supervisor with the Scottish Social Services Council, within the necessary time frame.
• You will already have or be on a journey to obtain the qualifications required for your SSSC registration:
• Practice and supervisory qualification/s SVQ level 3 or higher, or its equivalent in Social Services & Healthcare.

What’s in it for you?

Our focus is you and your ongoing development. We have a Care Team career pathway to support you to reach your potential, all the way to Care Home Manager if that is your goal.

Working a fulltime job and juggling life is difficult, we know, with us you achieve a fulltime wage with 3 or 4 days off each week. But if that still doesn’t suit let us know, we can be flexible and will do our best to accommodate.

Please note that all job offers are subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure Scotland Scheme Membership (PVG)

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