Senior Care Lead: Care Plans & Mentoring

Cura Workforce Solutions Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A care staffing agency in the United Kingdom is seeking experienced Senior Care Assistants to lead a team in delivering exceptional care and ensuring the wellbeing of service users across client care homes. The ideal candidate will possess an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, strong leadership skills, and experience in a senior care position. Responsibilities include mentoring junior staff and compliance with care standards, making this a critical role in the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior care role is essential.
• Valid enhanced DBS and up-to-date training required.
• Must have knowledge of medication administration procedures.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting care staff on shift.
• Administering medication in line with policy.
• Monitoring, updating, and reviewing care plans.
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding and CQC standards.
• Supporting new staff and mentoring junior carers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of medication procedures

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

A care staffing agency in the United Kingdom is seeking experienced Senior Care Assistants to lead a team in delivering exceptional care and ensuring the wellbeing of service users across client care homes. The ideal candidate will possess an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, strong leadership skills, and experience in a senior care position. Responsibilities include mentoring junior staff and compliance with care standards, making this a critical role in the organization.