Senior Care Assistant

Care UK Plc; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Senior Care Assistant in Leeds. You will lead shifts, manage care plans, and ensure residents receive the best care. Ideal candidates have NVQ Level 3 in health and social care and proven leadership abilities. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in residents' lives.

Benefits

Access to wages via Wagestream

Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements

Career development training

Online and in-store discounts

Annual purchase holiday scheme

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and supervising teams is essential.
• Must be IT literate and well-organized.
• Understanding of care planning processes is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise your shift effectively.
• Manage resident cases and liaise with other stakeholders.
• Administer and record medications properly.

Skills

Leadership

Care planning

Communication

Medication administration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in health and social care

Job description

Are you a passionate and caring individual looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? Join Care UK, a multi award winning care provider as a Senior Care Assistant.

The Role


Leading and supervising your shift
Case managing residents and liaising with families, healthcare professionals and other stakeholders to ensure that the best care plans are created and delivered
Administering and recording medication
Carrying out risk assessments
Working alongside care assistants to support residents with daily needs, ensuring residents remain as active and independent as possible
Working closely with the leadership team to develop services
Provide a fun, inclusive, and professional approach at all times


Some of our benefits by joining the Care UK family:


Wagestream - access your wages at any time
Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements
Career development, training and access to our approved apprenticeship scheme
Hundreds of online and in-store discounts
Annual purchase holiday scheme
Wellbeing support


About You


NVQ Level 3 in health and social care desirable
Be well-organised, IT literate and adept at allocating and delegating work appropriately
Proven ability to lead and supervise others
A good understanding of care planning processes
Be experienced in or happy to undertake training on administering medication
Above all, have a natural ability to help make the lives of others more fulfilling


We are looking for people to make a difference to residents’ lives every day. When you join Care UK you’ll be joining a team who all share the same values: caring, passionate and teamwork. You will have a strong desire to help people and put residents at the heart of everything you do.

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us help fulfil yours. Click apply now.