Senior Care Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Lennoxtown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Lennoxtown is looking for a Senior Care Assistant to oversee the care team and ensure the highest standards of support for residents. Ideal candidates will have SVQ/NVQ Level 3 qualification and strong leadership skills. This role offers a full-time contract with competitive pay and numerous benefits, including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension

Onsite Parking

Great training & development

Monthly employee awards

Paid PVG

Uniform Provided

5.6 Weeks Annual Leave

On shift meals provided

Overtime incentive

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications in Health & Social Care.
• Practical Medication Administration competency required.
• Experience in leadership and team motivation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate care team operations.
• Support residents' daily living activities.
• Manage medication and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Compassionate Nature

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Tools

Medication Documentation

Job description

Senior Care Assistant

Care and Support - Springvale Care Home

Contract: Full Time and Part- Time Salary: £13.60 Per Hour Shift Type: Contracted hours: 22 - 44

Our luxury care home based in Lennoxtown, delivering the highest levels of Residential, Dementia, Respite & Nursing care for 96-residents.

As Senior Care Assistant, you’ll play a key role in leading our care team, ensuring our residents receive the highest standard of care, and creating a warm, supportive environment.

You’ll coordinate shifts, lead by example, and be responsible for the performance of your team during each shift. Your leadership will help us maintain a caring, efficient, and positive atmosphere in our home.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and Coordinate: Ensure all staff contribute to the smooth running of the home and create the right atmosphere.
• Resident Support: Assist residents with dressing, bathing, toileting, and mobility, always prioritizing their dignity and independence.
• Medication Management: Oversee the ordering, administration, and documentation of medication, maintaining accurate records.
• Effective Communication: Engage with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and team members to ensure clear, compassionate communication.
• Team Collaboration: Foster a team ethos, respecting diversity and promoting a supportive environment for all staff.
• Visitor Interaction: Welcome visitors and show prospective residents and families around the home’s facilities.
• Emergency Response: Respond promptly to emergency call bells, assess situations, and provide or call for assistance as needed.
• Documentation: Write and update care plans, risk assessments, and case notes, ensuring they reflect residents’ needs and wishes.
• Professional Development: Participate in staff meetings, training, and e-learning, taking responsibility for your own growth and development.
• Health and Safety: Be aware of and adhere to Health and Safety policies, including COSHH, and elevate concerns to management.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualifications: SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is essential. We also welcome applications from experienced Care Assistants actively working towards their Level 3.
• Medication Training: Practical Medication Administration with competencies is required.
• Leadership Skills: Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team, delegating tasks effectively while maintaining a supportive environment.
• Compassionate Nature: A kind, caring, and compassionate personality with a sense of fun and a commitment to person-centred care.

Springvale Care Home is part Care Concern Group, a market-leading, family-owned care provider operating over 100-care homes across the UK. In Scotland, we have doubled our portfolio in less than four years and continue an ambitious growth path. With 50 care homes currently open and more to come, we take pride in our outstanding service quality, reflected in recent inspection ratings - Four homes achieving ‘Very Good’ and an impressive 9.6/10 average score on carehome.co.uk.

We firmly believe we deliver to such a high standard because of our five core values:
Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity.

If you’re ready to embrace a new challenge and use your skills to lead and inspire a team, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and make a difference.

Contract Details

• Pension
• Onsite Parking
• Great training & development
• Monthly employee awards
• Paid PVG
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)
• On shift meals provided
• Overtime incentive