Senior Care Lead — Shift Leader & Medication Expert

Ardenlee Care Home; Dunoon; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Ardenlee Care Home in Dunoon is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide and support a team in delivering high quality, person-centred care to our 32 residents. You will take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, ensure care is well organised and delivered to a high standard, and oversee medication while monitoring residents’ wellbeing.

Maintain accurate care records and work closely with families, healthcare professionals, and colleagues to ensure clear communication and

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), with Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards
• Medication administration training with competency is essential
• Experience supporting or leading a care team is beneficial
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A caring, compassionate and professional approach

Responsibilities

• Guide and support your team in delivering safe, high quality, person centred care that makes a real difference every day to our residents.
• Take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, ensuring care is well organised, consistent and delivered to a high standard.
• Oversee medication, monitor residents’ wellbeing and respond to any changes, ensuring care remains safe and appropriate.
• Maintain accurate care records and work closely with colleagues, families and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication and continuity of care.

Skills

Medication administration

Leadership

Communication

Care & compassion

Education

SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (minimum), with Level 3 desirable or willingness to work towards

Job description

Ardenlee Care Home in Dunoon is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to guide and support a team in delivering high quality, person-centred care to our 32 residents. You will take responsibility for the smooth running of your shift, ensure care is well organised and delivered to a high standard, and oversee medication while monitoring residents’ wellbeing.

Maintain accurate care records and work closely with families, healthcare professionals, and colleagues to ensure clear communication and