Senior Care Assistant – Lead Floor, Medication & Mentoring

Anchor Hanover Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Anchor Hanover Group is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a small team, oversee a floor during shifts and maintain high standards of resident care. The role includes medication administration, updating care plans, and mentoring junior staff.

Shifts are 08:00–20:00 or 20:00–08:00 as required. This is a zero-hours bank position with shifts offered to cover staffing needs and leave. UK right to work required.

Qualifications

• Diploma/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or working towards it.
• Experience in care home setting preferred.
• Ability to guide a small team and oversee shifts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee smooth running of a floor during each shift.
• Manage and administer medications.
• Mentor less experienced staff and conduct supervision.
• Review and update resident care plans.
• Ensure adherence to care standards and procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Medication administration

Care planning

Staff supervision

Education

Diploma/NVQ Health & Social Care Level 2

Job description

Anchor Hanover Group is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a small team, oversee a floor during shifts and maintain high standards of resident care. The role includes medication administration, updating care plans, and mentoring junior staff.

Shifts are 08:00–20:00 or 20:00–08:00 as required. This is a zero-hours bank position with shifts offered to cover staffing needs and leave. UK right to work required.