Senior Care Assistant Care and Support - Beechgrove Care Home Contract:
Full Time and Part- Time
Salary:
Up to £13.60 Per Hour
Shift Type:
Days & Nights Available
Contracted hours:
22-44
Are you an experienced Care Assistant with an SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering exceptional person-centred care?
We are looking for a Senior Care Assistant to join our team, leading by example and ensuring our residents receive the highest quality of care in a warm, supportive environment.
About Our HomeOur private nursing home is tucked away in the picturesque Lanark countryside, offering specialist care for 70 residents. We take pride in providing Residential, Dementia, Nursing, and Respite care in a luxury setting, where both residents and staff feel valued and supported.
Contract & Salary Details
What You'll Do - Ensure smooth shift operations, setting a positive example for your team. - Assist residents with personal care, mobility, and daily activities while upholding dignity and independence. - Oversee medication administration, documentation, and reordering. - Maintain clear communication with residents, families, and healthcare professionals. - Support and motivate your team, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. - Welcome visitors and provide tours for prospective residents and families. - Act swiftly to emergency calls, ensuring resident safety at all times. - Maintain up-to-date care plans and risk assessments, ensuring all records reflect resident needs. - Participate in ongoing training, team meetings, and e-learning. - Ensure all care is delivered in line with Health & Safety, COSHH, and company policies.
What We're Looking For - Essential for this role (or currently working towards Level 3). - With proven competencies. - Ability to delegate tasks effectively while maintaining a supportive environment. - A kind and empathetic personality, committed to person-centred care.
What We Offer
About UsOur care home is part of Care Concern Group, a market-leading, family-owned care provider with over 80 homes across the UK. We are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care and providing a supportive, fun workplace for our team.
If you're looking for a rewarding leadership role where you can inspire a team and make a real difference in residents' lives, apply today.