Senior Care Assistant

Cura Workforce Solutions Ltd; Waingroves; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in the UK is seeking experienced Senior Care Assistants to lead care delivery and support junior staff. This role involves administering medication, reviewing care plans, and ensuring compliance with care standards. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and strong leadership skills. Join us in making a difference in the lives of service users across our care homes.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care.
• Experience in senior care roles is essential.
• Strong communication and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support care staff during shift.
• Administer medication following policy.
• Monitor and update care plans for service users.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Medication administration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Spire Staffing is seeking experienced Senior Care Assistants to take a leading role in delivering high standards of care and supporting junior team members. You’ll play a vital role in care planning and ensuring the wellbeing of service users across our client care homes.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting care staff on shift
• Administering medication in line with policy
• Monitoring, updating, and reviewing care plans
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding and CQC standards
• Supporting new staff and mentoring junior carers

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Experience in a senior care role
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A valid enhanced DBS and up-to-date training
• Knowledge of medication administration procedures and in date training

Spire Staffing does not provide sponsorship opportunities. Please only apply for this role if you currently have authorised right to work in the UK in place. We do accept applications from those with current sponsorship and looking to work extra hours in line with their current visa conditions. You will be required to submit evidence to us for compliance checking.