Senior Care Assistant

TribePost Ltd; Hixon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care service provider in Hixon is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to oversee the physical and emotional care of clients. Responsibilities include administering medications, supervising staff, and maintaining communications with healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate should possess relevant medication experience and leadership skills while working towards NVQ Level 3. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Early Pay App – Claim up to 50% of wages on demand

Paid Breaks

Health and Wellbeing App – 24/7 GP

Refer a Friend scheme – £100

Full Training Provided

Free Starter Uniform and DBS check

Career Progression Opportunities – Care Certificate and NVQs

Blue Light Card – discounts on shops and restaurants

Work-Based Pension

Qualifications

• Medication experience and relevant certifications are required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills are essential.
• Flexibility in shift patterns is needed for this role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the home meets company objectives in the absence of the Care Manager.
• Administer and record medication as per policy.
• Provide supervision and support to the staff team.

Skills

Medication experience and relevant certifications

Demonstrate leadership skills

Flexibility in shift patterns

Own transport or ability to get to work

Working towards NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Senior Care Assistant

Location: Stafford, ST18 0RD

Salary: £13.70 per hour

Contract: 24 hours per week (Permanent) / Zero Hour (Bank Contract) available

Benefits

• Early Pay App – Claim up to 50% of wages on demand.
• Paid Breaks.
• Health and Wellbeing App – 24/7 GP (eligible after 12 months of employment).
• Refer a Friend scheme – £100 (T&C apply).
• Full Training Provided.
• Free Starter Uniform and DBS check.
• Career Progression Opportunities – Care Certificate and NVQs.
• Blue Light Card – discounts on shops and restaurants.
• Work-Based Pension.

About us

Meadowfields Care Home is a 65-bed, en-suite home in the scenic village of Great Haywood, Stafford, just five miles from Rugeley and Stafford. Our purpose-built home offers peaceful surroundings and beautiful countryside views.

Our care is guided by six core values: Privacy, Dignity, Rights, Independence, Choice, and Fulfilment, ensuring residents and their families can trust in the compassionate care we provide.

Job Role

The Senior Care Assistant will report to the Care Manager and be responsible for all aspects of the physical and emotional care of clients and provide leadership of the team, including the supervision and training of staff. The role will also involve providing close liaison with professional agents.

Main Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the home and ensure it meets company objectives in the absence of the Care Manager.
• Administer and record medication in accordance with the Medication Policy.
• Give a daily report to the person in charge at the end of each shift concerning the care delivered to residents, noting any changes.
• Maintain liaison with professionals in a multi-agency approach.
• Provide supervision and support to the staff team.
• Participate in the planning of care programmes and prepare care review reports.
• Assess the care practice of all staff, ensuring the objectives of the home are met.
• Supervise and be involved in all aspects of the holistic care of the resident group.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Medication experience and relevant certifications.
• Own transport or ability to get to work; public transport available.
• Demonstrate leadership skills.
• Flexibility in shift patterns.
• Working towards NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on ‘APPLY’ today, forwarding an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.