Senior Care Assistant: Lead Care Team & Medication

Care Concern Group; Ayr; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Glebe House Care Home, part of Care Concern Group, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide a care team and deliver safe, person-centred care for residents in Ayrshire. You will oversee shifts, manage medication administration, and maintain accurate records with families and healthcare professionals.

The role offers pay up to £14.50 per hour, part-time hours up to 33.25 per week, PVG clearance paid, pension, uniform provided, and 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on full-time contract).

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, with 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
• A caring, compassionate and professional approach

Responsibilities

• Guide and support your team in delivering safe, high-quality, person-centred care
• Take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, ensuring care is well organised and delivered to a high standard
• Oversee medication, monitor residents’ wellbeing and respond to changes to keep care safe and appropriate
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Caregiving experience

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable)

Job description

Glebe House Care Home, part of Care Concern Group, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide a care team and deliver safe, person-centred care for residents in Ayrshire. You will oversee shifts, manage medication administration, and maintain accurate records with families and healthcare professionals.

The role offers pay up to £14.50 per hour, part-time hours up to 33.25 per week, PVG clearance paid, pension, uniform provided, and 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on full-time contract).