Senior Support Worker

Meallmore; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime rates and Wagestream

Company sick pay and free parking

Subsidised meals and Blue Light Card

Job summary

Meallmore's Oaks care home in Baillieston, Glasgow, is seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to lead a team and deliver high-quality person-centred care to adults with complex needs.

In this role you will support the Registered Nurse and supervise staff, administer medication, and help residents build independence. The position offers a 36.67 hour week at £14.50 per hour, with opportunities for development and progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a senior care worker in a similar setting is essential.
• SVQ Level 3 or higher in progress or obtained.
• Registered as a supervisor with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within the necessary time frame.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Nurse/Team Leader to assess and plan residents' care.
• Deliver hands-on personal care and lead the care team.
• Motivate and supervise the care team and provide coaching.
• Maintain accurate records, including assessments and care plans.
• Administer medication.
• Lead by example and ensure high standards and compliant practices.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Communication

IT applications

Education

SVQ Level 3 or higher

Job description

Senior Support Worker

Situated in Baillieston, Glasgow, the Oaks is a 33-bed specialist adult care home with four self-contained flats designed to promote independence. We provide specialist support for adults living with mental health conditions and complex support needs in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment. Our home combines modern facilities with person‑centred care, helping residents to build confidence, develop independence and gain everyday life skills. Join our team and make a meaningful difference.

Salary: £14.50 per hour Hours: Days - 36.67 hours per week

Competitive benefits some of which are:

• Overtime rates and Wagestream (access to earned wages before payday)
• Company sick pay and free parking
• Subsidised colleague meals and Blue Light Card eligibility

Working as a Senior Support Worker in Meallmore is key to supporting Registered Nurses in working together to enrich our residents' lives as you provide high standards of person-centred care whilst leading and supporting the team – where our residents wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.

We provide Senior Support Workers the opportunity to complete an award winning 6-month programme with salary increments along the journey as well as opportunities to take your career further.

Role and Responsibilities

• Supporting the Registered Nurse / Team Leader to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the comprehensive care needs of each resident living in our care home.
• Delivering hands on personal care, leadership and support to provide the highest standards of person-centred care ensuring our residents live their best lives.
• Motivating and supervising the care team, ensuring you have oversight of your team performance, providing coaching, mentoring and leadership support to promote positive change.
• Maintain accurate records of the job you do which will include completing assessments, writing care plans, resident reviews, and evaluations.
• Administering medication.
• Leading by example in setting high standards of care and support, encouraging a positive work environment where practices are safe and meet all relevant standards, policies, and legislation.

What we are looking for

• Previous experience working as a senior care worker in a similar care setting is essential. We also welcome applications from experienced care workers actively working towards their SVQ Level 3 and looking for your next step up.
• Professional, compassionate, kind and motivated with a sense of fun - you'll pride yourself on your person-centred, thoughtful approach to care.
• Ability to lead, motivate, inspire and develop a team.
• Organised, flexible in your approach and have great communication and leadership skills.
• Confident in the use of IT applications.
• To be a Senior Support Worker you will be registered as a supervisor with the Scottish Social Services Council, within the necessary time frame.
• You will already have or be on a journey to obtain the qualifications required for your SSSC registration: Practice and supervisory qualification/s SVQ level 3 or higher, or its equivalent in Social Services and Healthcare.

What's in it for you?

Our focus is you and your ongoing development. We have a Care Team career pathway to support you to reach your potential, all the way to Care Home Manager if that is your goal.

Working a fulltime job and juggling life is difficult, we know, with us you achieve a fulltime wage with 3 or 4 days off each week. But if that still doesn't suit let us know, we can be flexible and will do our best to accommodate.

Join us and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. If you are interested, please click apply and our friendly recruitment team will be in touch.

Please note that all job offers are subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure Scotland Scheme Membership (PVG)