Senior Care Assistant Lead – Flexible Hours & Team Support

Peoplebank; Ayr; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG provided

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Templeton House Care Home is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide and support a care team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care for residents. You will oversee medication, monitor wellbeing and respond to changes to ensure safety and continuity of care.

You will maintain care records, communicate with families and health professionals, and contribute to a supportive, professional environment that values dignity and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum)
• 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 the team to deliver safe, high quality, person centred care
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents’ wellbeing
• Ensure the smooth running of the shift and that care is well organised and delivered to a high standard
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Medication administration

Care planning

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

SVQ Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards

Job description

Templeton House Care Home is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide and support a care team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care for residents. You will oversee medication, monitor wellbeing and respond to changes to ensure safety and continuity of care.

You will maintain care records, communicate with families and health professionals, and contribute to a supportive, professional environment that values dignity and wellbeing.