Job Title: Senior Care Assistant
Location: Lincoln
Salary: £12.72 per hour
Hours: 36 hours per week (7am - 7pm day shifts)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Availability: Overtime available
Are you a compassionate and dedicated care professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking an experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our clients friendly and supportive team at their residential care home in Lincoln.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership: Manage and lead a team of carers during your shift, ensuring high standards of care are maintained.
- Medication Administration: Safely administer medication to residents, in line with their care plans and regulations.
- Audits & Supervisions: Conduct regular audits and supervisions, ensuring compliance with care standards and regulations.
- Resident Care: Provide high-quality care and support to residents, promoting their independence, dignity, and well-being.
- Communication: Maintain effective communication with residents, their families, and the wider care team.
Requirements:
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) is essential.
- Experience: Previous experience in a senior care role within a residential care home setting is required.
- Medication Training: You must be medication trained with experience in administering medication to residents.
- Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage a shift, lead a team, and conduct audits and supervisions.
Benefits:
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent work schedule with 36 hours per week across day shifts.
- Overtime Opportunities: Availability for additional hours and overtime.
- Supportive Environment: Join a caring team where your contributions are valued.
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required).
- No Sponsorship offered.
If you are interested in this role, please apply with your most up to date CV. Alternatively, contact Maddie on to discuss the vacancy further.
Howard Finley acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. As part of our recruitment process, we will retain your CV for a period of one year to enable us to consider you for future roles. After this period, your CV will be deleted.