Job Description
A Night Senior Care Assistant plays a key role in leading the care team, ensuring residents receive the highest standard of care and creating a warm, supportive environment.
The successful candidate will coordinate shifts, lead by example, and be responsible for the performance of their team during each shift. This leadership will help maintain a caring, efficient, and positive atmosphere in the home.
* Key Responsibilities:
* 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, 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.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* 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.
Benefits:
* Pension
* Onsite Parking
* Great training & development
* Monthly employee awards
* Paid PVG
* Uniform Provided
* 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)
* On shift meals provided
* Overtime incentive
About Us:
We are a market-leading, family-owned care provider operating over 100-care homes across the UK. In Scotland, we have doubled our portfolio in less than four years and continue an ambitious growth path.
We take pride in our outstanding service quality, reflected in recent inspection ratings - Four homes achieving 'Very Good' and an impressive 9.6/10 average score on carehome.
We firmly believe we deliver to such a high standard because of our five core values: Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity.