Senior Care Worker

TN United Kingdom; East Suffolk; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Worker to provide high-quality, person-centred support. In this rewarding role, you will oversee daily care activities, manage medication, and support colleagues while fostering a positive environment. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive team, this position offers a chance to advance your career in care. Join a mission-driven organization that values diversity and inclusion, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve.

Benefits

Exclusive retail and leisure discounts

Generous contributory pension plan

Family-friendly policies

Health cash plan

Access to care concierge service

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 3 in Social Care required.
• Willingness to pursue further qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage medication and allocate tasks to team members.
• Support care planning and cover for senior staff as needed.
• Supervise and train team members to foster a positive environment.

Skills

Medication Management

Task Allocation

Care Planning

Supervision and Training

Basic Computer Skills

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Worker

We’re seeking a dedicated Senior Care Worker to join our team and provide high-quality, person-centred support. In this role, you will oversee daily care activities, support colleagues, and ensure our service operates smoothly and safely.

Your responsibilities include managing medication, allocating tasks, supporting care planning, and covering for senior staff when needed. You will also supervise, guide, and train team members, fostering a positive and supportive environment for staff and service users.

To succeed, you need an SVQ Level 3 in Social Care and a willingness to pursue further qualifications. Basic computer skills and comfort working within our Christian ethos are essential, as you will support individuals in a manner reflecting our values.

If you're ready to make a difference and advance your career in care, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including:

• Exclusive retail and leisure discounts through our rewards scheme and Blue Light Discount card.
• A generous contributory pension plan and death in service benefit.
• Family-friendly policies to help balance work and family life.
• Health cash plan providing cashback for health treatments.
• Access to a care concierge service for life's challenges.
• Support for professional development, including contributions to membership fees.

About CrossReach

With over 150 years of experience, CrossReach is a leading social care provider in Scotland, committed to high-quality, loving care for people of all ages. As part of the Church of Scotland, our mission is to serve in Christ’s name, especially those in challenging circumstances.

Requirements

• Must have a Christian faith and be able to uphold our Christian Ethos (Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010).
• Membership in the PVG Scheme and necessary vetting checks.
• Registration with the SSSC and maintaining professional standards.
• Legal right to work in the UK, verified through UK Visas and Immigration.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, valuing individuals' unique backgrounds and experiences to build a talented, respectful team. We aim to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.