Senior Care Lead — Complex Care & Shift Leader

Luso Court Care Centre; England; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Paid DBS

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Luso Court Care Centre in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to take a leadership role within the care team, supporting residents with complex physical health needs, dementia and mental health conditions.

You will lead shifts, coordinate the team, and ensure high-quality, person-centred care while supporting personal care, mobility, nutrition and daily routines. You will monitor wellbeing, complete care plans, and contribute to a safe and respectful environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care is essential, or you must be actively working towards it.
• Experience working as a Senior Care Assistant or experienced Care Assistant within a care home or complex care setting.
• Practical medication administration training and competencies.
• Confidence leading shifts and supporting care teams.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A compassionate and respectful approach to person centred care.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and coordinate the care team to ensure safe, high quality, person-centred care.
• Support residents with personal care, mobility, nutrition and daily routines while prioritising dignity and wellbeing.
• Monitor residents’ wellbeing and promptly report changes to the clinical team; respond to emergencies or incidents.
• Provide guidance and support to Care Assistants during each shift to maintain high standards of care.
• Help establish routines and create a safe, therapeutic environment within a specialist service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Compassionate care

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Luso Court Care Centre in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to take a leadership role within the care team, supporting residents with complex physical health needs, dementia and mental health conditions.

You will lead shifts, coordinate the team, and ensure high-quality, person-centred care while supporting personal care, mobility, nutrition and daily routines. You will monitor wellbeing, complete care plans, and contribute to a safe and respectful environment.