Senior Support Worker – Dementia & Residential Care (Night Shift)

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance

Training programme

Bank holiday pay

Recognition awards

Refer a friend

DBS costs

Service awards

Job summary

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is helping a Cheshire care home recruit a Senior Support Worker. The role is a permanent full-time position, 36 hours per week with night shifts. NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent is required.

You will be responsible for resident care planning, supervising staff, and administering medications in line with procedures. A competitive hourly rate is offered with monthly pay and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working in a care setting.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• A genuine desire to care for others.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Recognise and facilitate the daily needs of residents.
• Conduct formal supervisions and appraisals.
• Contribute to care planning and coaching support workers.
• Promote services when dealing with relatives and enquiries.
• Update and write care plans and resident documentation.
• Make and report accurate assessments of residents to ensure continuity of care.
• Administer medication to residents according to policies.

Skills

Care setting experience

Team player

Communication skills

Caring for others

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent

Job description

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is helping a Cheshire care home recruit a Senior Support Worker. The role is a permanent full-time position, 36 hours per week with night shifts. NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent is required.

You will be responsible for resident care planning, supervising staff, and administering medications in line with procedures. A competitive hourly rate is offered with monthly pay and generous benefits.