Senior Carer & Mentor - Community Homecare

Retain Healthcare Ltd; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Retain Healthcare is seeking a Senior Carer to deliver high-quality homecare within local communities. You will combine hands-on care with assessments, care planning and staff support to help people remain independent in their own homes.

You will mentor care workers, conduct visits, update records and work closely with families and professionals. A Level 3 Diploma and a valid UK driving licence are essential, with reliable travel between visits across the local area.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering care in the community.
• Person-centred approach and commitment to high-quality care.
• Strong communication, organisation and record-keeping.
• Confidence using digital care systems and communicating with an office team.
• Ability to recognise concerns, make decisions within responsibilities and seek support when needed.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments at the first visit, identifying needs, preferences and risks.
• Complete and update care plans and risk assessments, referring concerns to the manager.
• Help new care packages start smoothly with clear information for staff.
• Deliver compassionate, person-centred care that promotes dignity, choice and independence.
• Support and mentor care workers through shadow shifts and guidance.
• Carry out spot checks, reviews and staff supervisions as delegated.
• Support office team with rota changes, care enquiries, records and communication with staff and families.
• Identify and report changes in health, wellbeing or support needs.
• Liaise with relatives, social workers and other professionals.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain high standards of care.

Skills

Community care experience

Person-centered care

Communication skills

Organisation & record-keeping

Digital care systems

Decision making

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Retain Healthcare is seeking a Senior Carer to deliver high-quality homecare within local communities. You will combine hands-on care with assessments, care planning and staff support to help people remain independent in their own homes.

You will mentor care workers, conduct visits, update records and work closely with families and professionals. A Level 3 Diploma and a valid UK driving licence are essential, with reliable travel between visits across the local area.