Senior Care Assistant - Lead Care Team & Med Oversight

Care Concern Group; Sefton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Care Concern Group at Hesketh Park Lodge Care Home in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide and support the team in delivering safe, high quality, person-centred care. You will manage shift delivery, oversee medication, and monitor residents’ wellbeing.

You will maintain accurate records and work closely with families and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication and continuity of care. Alternate weekends are required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is the minimum requirement, 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 are essential.

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 healthcare professionals.
• Ensure the smooth running of the shift, with alternate weekends required.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 3 (desirable)

Job description

Care Concern Group at Hesketh Park Lodge Care Home in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide and support the team in delivering safe, high quality, person-centred care. You will manage shift delivery, oversee medication, and monitor residents’ wellbeing.

You will maintain accurate records and work closely with families and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication and continuity of care. Alternate weekends are required.