Senior Healthcare assistant

Howard Finley Care Ltd; Walsall; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care service in Walsall is seeking a Senior Healthcare Assistant to provide high-quality care, focusing on dementia and mental health. The role is full-time (36 hours per week, 3 shifts) with a pay rate of £12.80 per hour. Responsibilities include leading care staff and administering medication. Applicants should hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and have previous experience in a residential care home.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training and career development

Working within a reputable care service

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working in a residential care home.
• Experience supervising or leading a care team.
• Trained in medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication in accordance with policies.
• Lead and supervise care staff on shift.
• Support junior staff in delivering high standards of care.
• Update individual care plans.

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Medication administration

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

Senior Healthcare Assistant role (days or nights)

Location: Walsall

Type: Full-Time (36 hours per week - 3 shifts)

Pay Rate: £12.80 per hour

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for experienced and reliable Senior Care Assistants to join our dedicated care team in a residential care home in Walsall, specialising in dementia and mental health care. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will lead by example, ensuring the delivery of person-centred, high-quality care throughout each shift.

Shift Patterns

• Nights: 8:00 PM - 8:00 AM (working across a 7-day rota)


• Days: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM (working across a 7-day rota)

Responsibilities

• Administer medication in accordance with policies and procedures


• Lead and supervise care staff on shift, ensuring smooth handovers and continuity of care


• Support and guide junior staff in the delivery of high standards of personal and emotional care


• Carry out and update individual care plans

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)


• Previous experience working in a residential care home, ideally with dementia and mental health residents


• Experience supervising or leading a care team


• Trained and competent in medication administration

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate


• Supportive team environment


• Opportunities for ongoing training and career development


• Working within a well-established and reputable care service

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