Senior Care Assistant (Dayshift) Care and Support - Mearns View Care Home Contract: Full Time Salary: £13.00 Shift Type: Dayshift Our purpose built, luxury 67-bed care facility is located in the charming town of Newton Mearns, East Renfrewshire.
We are proud to provide a range of services which includes Residential, Nursing, Dementia, Respite & Palliative Care.
As Senior Care Assistant, you'll play a key role in leading our care team, ensuring our residents receive the highest standard of care, and creating a warm, supportive environment.
You'll coordinate shifts, lead by example, and be responsible for the performance of your team during each shift.
Your leadership will help us maintain a caring, efficient, and positive atmosphere in our home.
What You'll Do - Lead and Coordinate: Ensure all staff contribute to the smooth running of the home and create the right atmosphere.
- Resident Support: Assist residents with dressing, bathing, toileting, and mobility, always prioritizing their dignity and independence.
- Medication Management: Oversee the ordering, administration, and documentation of medication, maintaining accurate records.
- Effective Communication: Engage with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and team members to ensure clear, compassionate communication.
- Team Collaboration: Foster a team ethos, respecting diversity and promoting a supportive environment for all staff.
- Visitor Interaction: Welcome visitors and show prospective residents and families around the home's facilities.
- Emergency Response: Respond promptly to emergency call bells, assess situations, and provide or call for assistance as needed.
- Documentation: Write and update care plans, risk assessments, and case notes, ensuring they reflect residents' needs and wishes.
- Professional Development: Participate in staff meetings, training, and e-learning, taking responsibility for your own growth and development.
- Health and Safety: Be aware of and adhere to Health and Safety policies, including COSHH, and escalate concerns to management.
What We're Looking For - Qualifications: SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care is essential.
We also welcome applications from experienced Care Assistants actively working towards their Level 3.
- Medication Training: Practical Medication Administration with competencies is required.
- Leadership Skills: Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team, delegating tasks effectively while maintaining a supportive environment.
- Compassionate Nature: A kind, caring, and compassionate personality with a sense of fun and a commitment to person-centred care.
If you're ready to embrace a new challenge and use your skills to lead and inspire a team, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and make a difference.
Benefits - Pension - Onsite Parking - Paid PVG - Uniform Provided - 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)