Senior Care Assistant

Ashlea-Court-Care-Home; Larkhall; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Ashlea Court Care Home in Scotland is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide and support a team in delivering safe, high-quality, person-centred care for residents. You will manage your shift, ensure care is well organised and delivered to a high standard, and take responsibility for the smooth running of the team.

You will oversee medication, monitor residents’ wellbeing, and maintain accurate care records while communicating with families and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards.
• Medication administration training with competency is essential.
• Experience supporting or leading a care team is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide your care team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents’ wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Medication administration

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Care and Support - Ashlea Court Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 48 hours

Our care home is nestled in the urban yet accessible Ashgill. We offer Nursing, Residential, Dementia & Respite care for 86-residents.

Senior Care Assistant Contract

• £14.50 per hour
• Contracted to 48 hours per week
• Paid PVG, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As Senior Care Assistant, you will guide and support your team in delivering safe, high quality, person centred care that makes a real difference every day to our residents.

You will take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, ensuring care is well organised, consistent and delivered to a high standard. Alongside providing hands on care, you will oversee medication, monitor residents’ wellbeing and respond to any changes, ensuring care remains safe and appropriate.

You will maintain accurate care records and work closely with colleagues, families and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication and continuity of care.

We Are Looking For

• SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), with Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards
• Medication administration training with competency is essential
• Experience supporting or leading a care team is beneficial
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A caring, compassionate and professional approach

About us

Ashlea Court Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.