Senior Care Lead: Shape Care Plans & Mentor the Team

Care UK Plc; Hedon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the United Kingdom is looking for a Senior Care Assistant to supervise shifts and manage care for residents. You will be responsible for administering medication, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring that residents receive the best possible support. Ideal candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in health and social care, strong leadership capabilities, and a passion for enriching the lives of others. This role offers excellent training and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Wagestream - access your wages at any time

Bank Holiday Pay Enhancements

Career development and training

Hundreds of online and in-store discounts

Annual purchase holiday scheme

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Well-organised and adept at allocating and delegating work appropriately.
• Proven ability to lead and supervise others.
• Good understanding of care planning processes.
• Experience in or willingness to undertake training on administering medication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise your shift.
• Case manage residents and liaise with families and healthcare professionals.
• Administer and record medication.
• Carry out risk assessments.
• Support residents with daily needs.
• Develop services with the leadership team.

Skills

Leadership

Care planning

IT literacy

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in health and social care

Job description

A leading care provider in the United Kingdom is looking for a Senior Care Assistant to supervise shifts and manage care for residents. You will be responsible for administering medication, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring that residents receive the best possible support. Ideal candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in health and social care, strong leadership capabilities, and a passion for enriching the lives of others. This role offers excellent training and career development opportunities.