Bank Senior Care Assistant

Mearns View Care Home in Newton Mearns, East Renfrewshire, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join their bank staff at a rate of £13.60 per hour. In this role, the Senior Care Assistant will lead a team to ensure high-quality care for residents, including support with daily activities and medication management. Candidates must hold an SVQ/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and possess leadership skills. The care home values trust, respect, passion, kindness, and inclusivity, creating a supportive environment for both residents and staff. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply to make a meaningful impact.

Bank Senior Care Assistant Care and Support
– Mearns View Care Home Contract: Bank Salary: £13.60 Per Hour Shift Type: Days & Nights Available Contracted hours: 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.

Our care home is part of Care Concern Group; a market leading, family-owned care group operating over 100 homes across the UK.

We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in.

We are driven by the five core values that define the Care Concern Group: Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care.

If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

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.

Contract Details Onsite Parking Paid PVG Uniform Provided