Senior Care Lead — Flexible Schedule & Development

Oakland Care; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wagestream

Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements

Career development and apprenticeship

Discounts and wellbeing support

Job summary

Care UK is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead shifts, supervise the team, and ensure residents receive high-quality, person-centred care. You will liaise with families, healthcare professionals and stakeholders to implement effective care plans and provide safe support for daily activities.

The role involves assessing risks, coordinating the team, and delivering compassionate, professional and supportive care to residents every day.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience and ability to supervise others.
• Strong organisational skills and IT literacy.
• Understanding of care planning processes and ability to implement them.
• Willingness to train in administering medication and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising your shift.
• Case managing residents and liaising with families and professionals to ensure best care plans are created and delivered.
• Administering and recording medication.
• Carrying out risk assessments.
• Supporting residents with daily needs to promote activity and independence.
• Collaborating with leadership to develop services.
• Provide a fun, inclusive, and professional approach.

Skills

Leadership

Organisation

Care planning

Medication administration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in health and social care

Job description

Care UK is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead shifts, supervise the team, and ensure residents receive high-quality, person-centred care. You will liaise with families, healthcare professionals and stakeholders to implement effective care plans and provide safe support for daily activities.

The role involves assessing risks, coordinating the team, and delivering compassionate, professional and supportive care to residents every day.