Senior Care Assistant ( No Sponsorship available )

St Anthony's Residential Home; Park Central; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local residential care home in the UK seeks a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and ensure high-quality, person-centered care for residents. Responsibilities include supporting staff, administering medication, and maintaining compliance with care standards. The ideal candidate has experience in a care setting, strong leadership skills, and a compassionate approach. Join us in making a difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care setting is essential.
• Experience in administering medication and compliance with care standards.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• A compassionate and professional approach to resident care.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of care staff, ensuring high standards of care are maintained.
• Provide person-centred care tailored to individual needs.
• Administer medication safely and in line with policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with care regulations and internal policies.
• Support and mentor junior staff members to maintain best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Compassionate care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant – St Anthony’s Residential Home

Location: St Anthony’s Residential Home
Hours: 36 hours per week (12-hour shifts, including alternate weekends, on-call duties required)
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

St Anthony’s Residential Home is looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our compassionate and professional team. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, person-centred care, ensuring the well-being and dignity of our residents.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead and support a team of care staff, ensuring high standards of care are maintained.
Provide person-centred care tailored to individual needs.
Administer medication safely and in line with policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with care regulations and internal policies.
Support and mentor junior staff members to maintain best practices.
Assist with care planning and documentation.
Participate in on-call duties as required.
Requirements:
Previous experience in a care setting is essential.
Experience in administering medication and compliance with care standards.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
A compassionate and professional approach to resident care.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
A commitment to maintaining a high standard of care.
If you are an experienced Senior Care Assistant with a passion for making a difference in residents' lives, we would love to hear from you!