Senior Care Assistant

Mearns View Care Home; Newton Mearns; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Mearns View Care Home in Newton Mearns, East Renfrewshire, is recruiting a Senior Care Assistant to lead and support a dedicated team in delivering person-centred care across our 67-bed facility. You’ll ensure safe, high-quality care and smooth shift operation, with hands-on support and close collaboration with residents, families and health professionals.

You will oversee medication administration, maintain accurate records and contribute to a respectful, compassionate culture aligned with our

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum)
• Medication administration training with competency is essential
• Experience supporting or leading a care team
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Caring, compassionate and professional approach

Responsibilities

• Oversee shift operations to ensure smooth running and high-quality care
• Oversee medication administration and residents’ wellbeing
• Maintain accurate care records and documentation
• Collaborate with residents, families and healthcare professionals for continuity of care

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Caring nature

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

SVQ Level 3 (desirable)

Job description

Our purpose built, luxury 67-bed care facility is located in the charming town of Newton Mearns, East Renfrewshire. We are proud to provide a range of services which includes Residential, Nursing, Dementia, Respite & Palliative Care.

Senior Care Assistant Contract

• £14.50 per hour
• Contracted to 33 - 44 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

Mearns View 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.