Night-Shift Senior Care Lead — Dementia & Care Plans

Penrith.Town; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and provide personalized care. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Social Care, strong communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining high care standards. This full-time role involves night shifts and offers various benefits, including paid DBS checks, flexible access to pay, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG checks

Free uniform

Nutritious shift meal

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream – flexible access to pay

Award-winning learning and development

24/7 GP consultation

Colleague discounts

Independent EAP

Recognition schemes

Refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• Completed Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care (or equivalent).
• Prepared to progress towards Level 3 qualification in Adult Social Care or equivalent.
• Background in person-centred care planning and dementia care.
• Strong record-keeping, time-management and people-skills.
• Positive energy, natural ability to get along with people.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver care that provides residents with security, dignity and independence.
• Maintain accurate care records and manage time effectively.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain the highest standards of care.
• Assist with medication administration and stimulation activities.
• Communicate with residents, families and co-workers kindly.

Skills

Person-centred care planning

Record-keeping

Time-management

People skills

Dementia care

Education

Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care

Progression to Level 3 qualification in Adult Social Care

Job description

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and provide personalized care. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Social Care, strong communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining high care standards. This full-time role involves night shifts and offers various benefits, including paid DBS checks, flexible access to pay, and a supportive work environment.