Senior Care Lead - Flexible Shifts & Med Admin

Pharmacyupdate; Cwmbran, Pontypool; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm opportunities

Weekly pay and paid PAYE

Brook Street App

Offered shifts via availability

24/7 contact with Brook Street Social 

Double pay on Bank Holidays

Separate holiday pay

Free training and free certificates

Job summary

Brook Street Social Care is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to cover Upper Cwmbran NP44 and Pontypool NP4. You will lead shifts, support care planning, and promote independence while delivering high standards of physical, emotional, and social care tailored to residents.

Training and induction are provided, with DBS and checks as part of the onboarding process. Role offers weekly PAYE pay, holiday pay, and access to the Brook Street App for shifts based on availability.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior/Team Lead and ability to lead a team.
• Minimum of a level 2
• Minimum of 6 months UK based care experience
• Right to work in the UK (we do not offer sponsorship)
• Willing to undergo DBS and reference checks
• Confidence in leading a shift and supporting colleagues
• Strong communication, organisation, and team skills
• Compassion, patience, and a practical mindset
• A commitment to upholding dignity, choice, and respect

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily personal care and emotional wellbeing
• Lead shifts confidently, offering supervision and guidance to the care team
• Review and contribute to individual care plans
• Complete and implement risk assessments accurately
• Administer and manage medications (as authorised)
• Liaise with healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, nutrition, and safeguarding
• Accurately document observations, updates, and progress

Skills

Senior/Team Lead experience

UK care experience

Strong communication

Team leadership

Education

Level 2 qualification

Job description

Brook Street Social Care is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to cover Upper Cwmbran NP44 and Pontypool NP4. You will lead shifts, support care planning, and promote independence while delivering high standards of physical, emotional, and social care tailored to residents.

Training and induction are provided, with DBS and checks as part of the onboarding process. Role offers weekly PAYE pay, holiday pay, and access to the Brook Street App for shifts based on availability.