Senior Care Assistant — Lead Shift, Medication & Care Growth

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Stockport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream access

Meal during shifts

GP Online access

Discounts

Employee assistance programme

Learning & development

Career progression

Refer a Friend scheme

Job summary

Appleton Manor Care Home in Bredbury near Stockport is hiring a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team in delivering safe, high-quality, person-centred care. You will oversee shifts, coordinate care delivery, and support residents’ wellbeing with attention to medication, records and family communication.

We value practical experience, NVQ in Health & Social Care, and strong leadership and communication. The role offers a 44-hour week, DBS paid, uniform provided, and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

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

• Guide and support the care team to deliver safe, high quality, person-centred care.
• Take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift and ensure care is well organised.
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents' wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate with families and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Medication administration

Leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Compassionate care

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Appleton Manor Care Home in Bredbury near Stockport is hiring a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team in delivering safe, high-quality, person-centred care. You will oversee shifts, coordinate care delivery, and support residents’ wellbeing with attention to medication, records and family communication.

We value practical experience, NVQ in Health & Social Care, and strong leadership and communication. The role offers a 44-hour week, DBS paid, uniform provided, and opportunities for professional