Senior Care Assistant — Lead Shift & Medication Safety

Peoplebank; Paisley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Stanely Park Care Home in Paisley seeks a Senior Care Assistant to guide a care team and deliver high-quality, person-centred support to residents. You will oversee medication, monitor wellbeing, and maintain records while coordinating with families and healthcare professionals.

The role emphasizes strong communication, leadership, and a caring, professional approach within a warm 40-bed environment recently refreshed for comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is required as a minimum.
• Level 3 SVQ is desirable or willingness to work towards.
• Medication administration training with competency is essential.
• Experience leading or supporting a care team is beneficial.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.
• Caring, compassionate and professional approach toward residents.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support the team to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Oversee medication administration and monitor residents' wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and ensure clear communication with families and healthcare professionals.
• Ensure shifts run smoothly and care is delivered to a high standard.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Care & Compassion

Education

SVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care

SVQ Level 3 desirable or willing to progress

Job description

Stanely Park Care Home in Paisley seeks a Senior Care Assistant to guide a care team and deliver high-quality, person-centred support to residents. You will oversee medication, monitor wellbeing, and maintain records while coordinating with families and healthcare professionals.

The role emphasizes strong communication, leadership, and a caring, professional approach within a warm 40-bed environment recently refreshed for comfort and safety.