Senior Care Assistant

Bcg Cares; Bonnybridge; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Colleague Discounts

WageStream pay access

Wellbeing Support

Colleague recognition

Personal development and career growth

Blue Light Card discount

Refer-a-friend bonus

PVG application paid by employer

Flexible schedules

Free on-site parking

Free uniform

Job summary

BCG is seeking a Senior Carer to provide person-centred care to residents, supporting physical, psychological and social needs while upholding dignity. You will supervise a team of Care Assistants and work alongside the Nurse on duty to ensure high-quality care.

You will require SVQ/NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, with experience in person-centred care planning and dementia care knowledge. PVG checks and UK work authorization are required; sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates compassionate patient care and empathy.
• Clear communication with residents, families and staff.
• Ability to supervise and support a team of Care Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Assist with medication administration, assessments and care planning.
• Supervise and mentor Care Assistants; support the Nurse on duty.
• Assist residents with personal care, meals, dressing and daily activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Team supervision

Education

SVQ/NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

About the Role:

Make a rewarding difference in people's lives every day with BCG.

As a Senior Carer at BCG, you'll care for our residents like they're your own family. It's all about attending to their physical, psychological, and social needs to help us deliver the quality of care they deserve.

You'll deliver person-centred care to our residents to ensure they retain their dignity and individuality. Additionally, you'll supervise and inspire a team of dedicated Care Assistants, working alongside the Nurse on duty.

Your Role Will Involve:

• Supporting the clinical team with medication administration, assessments, care plans, and care reviews.
• Supervising and mentoring other Carers.
• Assisting with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing, and helping with meals.

About You:

Cheerful, caring, and compassionate by nature, you'll have good reading, writing, and communication skills and be flexible enough to work shifts. You'll be passionate about care and making a difference in people's lives.

You will need to have an SVQ/NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care. Experience in person-centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia is desirable. Previous experience working in a Care Home environment is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Successful candidates are subject to satisfactory references and a PVG check and must be authorised to work in the UK. We no longer offer sponsorship.

What BCG offers:

• Company Pension Scheme.
• Colleague Discounts - access to hundreds of offers and discounts through our award winning Colleague Rewards Platform.
• WageStream – Financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it.
• Wellbeing Support - Free of charge access to an independent and confidential Colleague Assistance Programme, covering physical, mental, and financial support.
• Colleague recognition scheme.
• Personal development and career progression opportunities.
• Access to the Blue Light Card discount scheme.
• Refer-a-friend bonus.
• Paid enhanced PVG application.
• Flexible schedules.
• Free on-site parking.
• Free uniform provided.

Join us at BCG, where your dedication and passion will be highly valued, and become part of a supportive, rewarding community that delivers Care that makes the difference.