Senior Care Assistant: Compassionate Resident Care Leader

NHS Jobs; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is hiring a Senior Care Assistant at Newcross Care Home in Wolverhampton. You will join a warm, supportive team delivering high standards of personal care in a safe, inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff.

Role involves monitoring wellbeing, updating care plans, providing medication support, staff supervision, and acting as a main contact for families and health professionals. DBS check required and eligibility to work in the UK must be demonstrated.

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• Two years' experience in a similar care environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and changes affecting care plans.
• Assist in care planning and monthly evaluations.
• Support residents with their care needs, including medication assistance.
• Provide supervision and support to staff development.
• Act as a key point of contact for residents, relatives and professionals.
• Respond to requests and escalate concerns appropriately.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

NVQ 3 in care

Job description

Avery Healthcare is hiring a Senior Care Assistant at Newcross Care Home in Wolverhampton. You will join a warm, supportive team delivering high standards of personal care in a safe, inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff.

Role involves monitoring wellbeing, updating care plans, providing medication support, staff supervision, and acting as a main contact for families and health professionals. DBS check required and eligibility to work in the UK must be demonstrated.