Senior Care Assistant

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Care and Support – Etive House Care Home

Contract:

Full Time and Part‑Time

Salary: up to £14.50 DOE per hour

Shift Type:
Days & Nights Available

Contracted

Hours:

22‑44

Located in the beautiful village of Benderloch by Oban, we offer small group living accommodation for up to 62 residents.

As a 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.

• Lead and coordinate all staff to ensure smooth running of the home and create the right atmosphere.
• Assist residents with dressing, bathing, toileting, and mobility, prioritizing dignity and independence.
• Oversee medication ordering, administration, and documentation, maintaining accurate records.
• Engage with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and team members to ensure clear, compassionate communication.
• Foster a team ethos, respecting diversity and promoting a supportive environment for all staff.
• Welcome visitors and show prospective residents and families around the home’s facilities.
• Respond promptly to emergency call bells, assess situations, and provide or call for assistance as needed.
• Write and update care plans, risk assessments, and case notes, ensuring they reflect residents’ needs and wishes.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and e‑learning, taking responsibility for your own growth and development.
• Maintain health and safety policies, including COSHH, and escalated concerns to management.

• SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or actively working toward Level
  3).
• Practical Medication Administration competencies.
• Leadership skills: ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team, delegating tasks effectively while maintaining support.
• A kind, caring, and compassionate personality with a sense of fun and a commitment to person‑centred care.

• £500 welcome bonus (paid upon passing 6‑month probation)
• Pension
• Onsite parking
• Paid Personal Vehicle Insurance (PVG)
• Uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full‑time contract)

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.