Senior Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Lennoxtown; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in luxury care is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a dedicated team in delivering exceptional care. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a supportive environment, coordinating shifts, and ensuring the highest standards of care for residents. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals, promoting dignity and independence while managing medication and engaging effectively with families and healthcare professionals. Join a company that values trust, respect, and compassion, and take the next step in your career with a rewarding role that truly makes a difference.

Benefits

Welcome Bonus of £500

Pension

Onsite Parking

Great training & development

Monthly employee awards

Paid PVG

Uniform Provided

5.6 Weeks Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Essential SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care.
• Practical Medication Administration competencies required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate staff to ensure smooth running of the care home.
• Assist residents with daily activities while prioritizing dignity.
• Oversee medication management and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Compassionate Nature

Effective Communication

Medication Management

Education

SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

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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 escalate 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.

• Welcome Bonus of £500
• Pension
• Onsite Parking
• Great training & development
• Monthly employee awards
• Paid PVG
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)