Senior Care Lead - Flexible Shifts & Ad-Hoc Coverage

Rota Support Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Rota Support Ltd in Suffolk is seeking Senior Care Assistants for ad-hoc, flexible shifts across Woodbridge and surrounding areas. Roles operate on a 0-hours contract, covering gaps in client rotas due to annual leave, maternity leave, sickness and vacancies.

Shifts may arise at short notice or be booked weeks in advance. You will supervise Healthcare Assistants, assist with daily living activities, monitor residents' vital signs, and support with medication administration as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 months experience as a Senior Carer in care homes.
• Good spoken and written English.
• Compassionate, patient and enjoys helping others.
• Able to stay calm under pressure and be organised.

Responsibilities

• Carry out large medication rounds and document via EMAR/MAR charts.
• Delegate tasks and lead a team of Healthcare Assistants.
• Assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, toilet).
• Use equipment to assist resident mobility.
• Help tidy residents' homes or rooms.
• Take vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature.
• Talk to residents and provide reassurance.

Skills

Medication administration

Team leadership

Communication skills

English proficiency

Job description

Rota Support Ltd in Suffolk is seeking Senior Care Assistants for ad-hoc, flexible shifts across Woodbridge and surrounding areas. Roles operate on a 0-hours contract, covering gaps in client rotas due to annual leave, maternity leave, sickness and vacancies.

Shifts may arise at short notice or be booked weeks in advance. You will supervise Healthcare Assistants, assist with daily living activities, monitor residents' vital signs, and support with medication administration as needed.