Senior care Domicilary (Driver)

Classic Resources UK Ltd; Great Ayton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Classic Resources UK Ltd seeks an experienced Senior Carer to join our domiciliary team, delivering high-quality, person-centred care in clients’ homes and guiding care staff in daily tasks.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and a sound understanding of medication management, safeguarding, and dementia care. Driving between client homes is essential, with independent work and compassionate service.

Qualifications

• Senior care experience required.
• Leadership and communication skills essential.
• Knowledge of medication management and safeguarding.
• Ability to mentor junior care staff.
• Dementia care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support with dignity.
• Lead, guide, and supervise junior care staff.
• Assist with care planning, assessments, and reviews.
• Administer and monitor medications per care plans.
• Support clients with dementia and complex needs.
• Maintain accurate care records and safeguarding practices.
• Travel between clients' homes.
• Assist with meals and light household tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Care planning

Medication management

Safeguarding

Dementia care

Independent work

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and dedicated Senior Carer to join our domiciliary team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality, person-centred care to clients in their own homes while providing guidance and support to other care staff.

The role involves supporting clients with their daily living needs, overseeing care delivery, assisting with care planning, monitoring clients' well-being, and ensuring the highest standards of care, safety, and safeguarding.

The ideal candidate must have previous senior care experience, excellent leadership and communication skills, and a good understanding of medication management, dementia care, and person-centred support.

A full, valid UK driving licence and access to your own reliable vehicle are compulsory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living activities, promoting clients' dignity, independence, and well-being.
• Lead by example, support, guide, and supervise junior care staff.
• Assist with care planning, assessments, reviews, and risk management.
• Administer and monitor medication in line with care plans and company policies.
• Support clients with dementia, physical disabilities, and complex care needs.
• Monitor clients' health and report any changes or concerns promptly.
• Maintain accurate care records, daily notes, and medication administration records.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and infection control procedures.
• Support clients with appointments, shopping, and community activities.
• Assist with meal preparation and light household duties where required.

Experience and Requirements

• Previous experience as a Senior Carer, Team Leader, or Senior Support Worker is essential.
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is desirable.
• Good knowledge of medication management, safeguarding, and person-centred care.
• Experience supporting and mentoring other care staff.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Compassionate, reliable, professional, and able to work independently.

Driving Requirements (Compulsory):

• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Own reliable vehicle.
• Appropriate business-use insurance where required.
• Willingness to travel between clients' homes.

Please note: This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential. Applications from candidates who do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

OrganisedCompassionateProactiveCalm under pressureA strong communicatorA problem solverA team PlayerProfessional and accountableFull Uk driver's Licence and access to vehicle