Senior Care Practitioner: 1-Year Maternity Cover

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Kansas; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Ayrshire & Arran in Scotland is seeking dedicated individuals to join Mains House on a 1-year maternity leave cover. The role involves supporting 25 residents with daily living activities, personal care, and welfare within a friendly multi-disciplinary team.

The post includes leading shifts in the absence of the manager, supervising junior staff, and administering prescribed medications. SVQ3 is desirable, and training can be provided to suit a flexible rotating day and night schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience in elderly care preferred; training available.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Proven ability to respond with empathy and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living activities.
• Provide personal care and welfare.
• Lead shift in manager's absence.
• Administer prescribed medications.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Medication administration

Daily living activities

Flexibility

Education

SVQ3 desirable

Job description

NHS Ayrshire & Arran in Scotland is seeking dedicated individuals to join Mains House on a 1-year maternity leave cover. The role involves supporting 25 residents with daily living activities, personal care, and welfare within a friendly multi-disciplinary team.

The post includes leading shifts in the absence of the manager, supervising junior staff, and administering prescribed medications. SVQ3 is desirable, and training can be provided to suit a flexible rotating day and night schedule.