Senior Care Assistant

PSR Solutions; Perth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

PSR Solutions is recruiting for a Senior Care Assistant in Perth on a permanent basis. The role involves supervising day-to-day care delivery, supporting colleagues, and maintaining high standards of resident-centred care. A PVG/Access NI check and UK right to work are required.

We offer opportunities for ongoing training and development within an established care setting and a supportive management team. Salary is £15.85 per hour for 33 hours or £27,198.60 per year; £31,591.70 per year for 38.5

Qualifications

• N/SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or working towards).
• Experience in care home settings and supporting or leading care staff.
• Good knowledge of person-centred care and best practice.
• Confident communication and organisational skills.
• Caring, positive and proactive approach to work.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day delivery of care and support the care team.
• Ensure residents receive compassionate, person-centred care in line with care plans.
• Promote residents' independence, dignity and wellbeing.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Proactive approach

Education

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant

Perth

Details of this Senior Care Assistant vacancy and what is being offered:

• Permanent contract working 33 or 38.5 hours per week
• Competitive hourly rate of £15.85, with an annual salary of £27,198.60 for 33 hours or £31,591.70 for 38.5 hours
• Supportive working environment with an approachable management team
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• The opportunity to take on a senior role, supporting the delivery of high standards of care
• A rewarding position within an established care setting

A well-established care home in Perth is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Care Assistant to join its friendly and dedicated team on a permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for someone with previous senior care experience who is passionate about delivering high-quality care and supporting colleagues.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will help oversee the day-to-day delivery of care, providing guidance and support to the care team while ensuring residents receive compassionate, person-centred care. You will help promote residents' independence, dignity and wellbeing, ensuring care is delivered in line with individual needs and care plans.

What we are looking for in a Senior Care Assistant:

• N/SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or working towards)
• Previous experience working within a care home setting
• Experience supporting or leading other care staff
• Good knowledge of person-centred care and best practice
• Confident communication and organisational skills
• A caring, positive and proactive approach to work
• Ability to work well as part of a team and use initiative
• Full eligibility to work in the UK (NO SPONSORSHIP OR VISA SWITCH AVAILABLE)
• Willingness to undertake a PVG check

Please note any offers of employment are subject to an EnhancedDBS/PVG/Access NI check and employment reference checks in addition to verification of UK professional registration (if applicable), right to work in the UK and Occupational Health clearance.

PSRSolutions is an equal opportunities recruiter and applications are welcome from anyone meeting the specified criteria regardless of age, gender, race/ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, sexual orientation or any other personal circumstances.