Senior Care Assistant

Ardenlee Care Home; Dunoon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardenlee Care Home is seeking a caring and experienced Senior Care Assistant to provide person-centred support. Join a dedicated team in a beautiful environment, enhancing residents' lives through teamwork and leadership, with competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Pension contributions

Free onsite parking

Paid PVG

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Monthly awards for outstanding performance

Qualifications

• Experience in care assistance and leadership.
• SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care required or working towards.
• Ability to manage medication and care plans.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support the care team, ensuring high standards.
• Manage medication rounds with full training provided.
• Review and update care plans, reflecting resident needs.
• Ensure residents' physical, emotional, and social needs are met.

Skills

Compassion

Team Leadership

Medication Administration

Care Plan Development

Promoting Wellbeing

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our team, supporting the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care. If you are driven, compassionate, and have, or are working towards, an SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, we would love for you to be part of our team!

About Our Care Home:

• A warm and inviting 32-bed home with stunning sea and woodland views, located in peaceful surroundings.
• A team-focused environment where staff are supported and valued, ensuring exceptional care for our residents.

Salary & Hours:

• £13.60 per hour
• 48 hours per week
• Shift patterns available: 07:45 - 20:00 or shorter shifts: 07:45 - 14:00

What We Offer:

• Pension contributions
• Free onsite parking
• Paid PVG
• Uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Monthly awards to recognise outstanding performance

Role & Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership:Oversee and support the care team, ensuring that care standards are maintained and improved.
• Medication Administration: Manage medication rounds, with full training provided.
• Care Plan Development: Review and update individual care plans, ensuring they are person-centred and reflect resident needs.
• Promote Wellbeing: Ensure residents' physical, emotional, and social needs are met, fostering a high standard of care and comfort.

Why Work With Us?

• Impact Lives: Be part of a team that makes a positive difference to the lives of our residents.
• Career Growth: Access professional development and training to further your career.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team where your contributions are truly valued, and everyone works together for a common goal.

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and thrive in a supportive and fulfilling environment, apply now to join our family at Care Concern Group!