Senior Care Assistant - Lead & Deliver Dignified Care

Orchard Care Homes Ltd.; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hundreds of colleague discounts

Making a Difference award

Long Service Awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension

Fully funded DBS check

Job summary

Orchard Care Homes is seeking a Senior Care Assistant at Penwortham Grange & Lodge Care Home, Preston. Lead the care team, assess residents, develop person-centred care plans, and supervise staff to deliver high-quality care.

We require Level 3 in Health & Social Care and previous elderly care experience. Enjoy career development, DBS support, pension, and employee assistance in a supportive, community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (essential).
• Experience in elderly care or dementia support preferred.
• Strong leadership and supervisory abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the care team to deliver high-quality care.
• Administer medication safely and accurately.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and update care records.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals and families.
• Support residents with personal care, meals and daily activities.

Skills

Leadership

Supervising

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Orchard Care Homes is seeking a Senior Care Assistant at Penwortham Grange & Lodge Care Home, Preston. Lead the care team, assess residents, develop person-centred care plans, and supervise staff to deliver high-quality care.

We require Level 3 in Health & Social Care and previous elderly care experience. Enjoy career development, DBS support, pension, and employee assistance in a supportive, community-focused setting.