Senior Care Assistant: Lead Safe, Person-Centered Care

Belsize Healthcare; Dunfermline; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Henderson House Care Home in Dalgety Bay, Fife, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide and support a dedicated team in delivering safe, high quality, person-centred care for our residents.

You will take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, oversee medication administration, monitor residents' wellbeing, maintain accurate care records and liaise with families and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication and continuity of care.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 3 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 care team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents' wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals.
• Ensure shifts run smoothly and care is delivered to high standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Caring approach

Teamwork

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Henderson House Care Home in Dalgety Bay, Fife, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide and support a dedicated team in delivering safe, high quality, person-centred care for our residents.

You will take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, oversee medication administration, monitor residents' wellbeing, maintain accurate care records and liaise with families and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication and continuity of care.