Senior Care Assistant – Flexible Hours | Lead Care Team

Care Concern Group; Ayr; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Templeton House Care Home in Ayr, part of Care Concern Group, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant. You will guide your team to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care for residents, oversee medication, and maintain care records to support timely, clear communication with families and healthcare professionals.

The role requires SVQ 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), with Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards, and experience leading a care team is beneficial.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is the minimum requirement.
• Medication administration training with competency is essential.
• Experience supporting or leading a care team is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support the team to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents’ wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and ensure clear communication with families and professionals.
• Ensure shift runs smoothly and care is delivered to a high standard.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Caring approach

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

SVQ Level 3 desirable / willing to work towards

Job description

Templeton House Care Home in Ayr, part of Care Concern Group, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant. You will guide your team to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care for residents, oversee medication, and maintain care records to support timely, clear communication with families and healthcare professionals.

The role requires SVQ 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), with Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards, and experience leading a care team is beneficial.