Senior Care Assistant – Lead Dementia Care & Medication (36h)

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Martock; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

La Fontana Dementia Nursing Home, part of Care Concern Group, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant in Martock to guide a care team and ensure high-quality, person-centred care. You will oversee shifts, participate in direct care, monitor wellbeing, and maintain clear records, with weekend work on a rotating basis.

Requirements include NVQ 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), medication competency, and strong communication and leadership skills. A caring, professional approach is essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum)
• 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

• Oversee shift operations to ensure safe, high-quality, person-centred care
• Provide hands-on care and supervise medication administration
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and respond to changes appropriately
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Caring approach

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 3 (desirable)

Job description

La Fontana Dementia Nursing Home, part of Care Concern Group, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant in Martock to guide a care team and ensure high-quality, person-centred care. You will oversee shifts, participate in direct care, monitor wellbeing, and maintain clear records, with weekend work on a rotating basis.

Requirements include NVQ 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), medication competency, and strong communication and leadership skills. A caring, professional approach is essential.