Senior Care Assistant
Care and Support - Oakbank Care Home
Contract: Full Time and Part- Time Salary: £13.60 Per Hour Shift Type: Days & Nights Available Contracted hours: 12 to 44
Our brand new care home is situated in the beautiful town of Crieff, Scotland, offering luxurious accommodation for 70 residents. We provide personalised Residential, Dementia, Nursing, Palliative and Respite Care, delivered by a dedicated team passionate about care and wellbeing.
We are looking for compassionate and motivated Senior Care Assistants to join our team. Whether you are an experienced Care Assistant working towards or holding your SVQ Level 3 qualification, or ready to take the next step in your care career, we would love to hear from you. Day and night shifts are available, with both full-time and part-time contracts.
Contract details
- £13.60 per hour
- Full-time and part-time contracts available
- Paid PVG, pension scheme, and uniform provided
- 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on full-time hours)
What You Will Do
As a Senior Care Assistant, you will lead and coordinate the care team to ensure the smooth running of the home and maintain a positive, supportive atmosphere. You will support residents with personal care while always prioritising dignity and independence. Your role will include overseeing medication management, ensuring accurate documentation, and communicating effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals. You will respond promptly to emergencies, support the professional development of your team, and promote a compassionate and respectful culture throughout the home.
About You
- Hold a minimum of SVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care and be working towards or already hold SVQ Level 3
- Have practical medication administration competencies
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills to motivate and develop your team while maintaining a supportive environment
- Possess a kind and caring nature with a commitment to person-centred care
- Work collaboratively and with integrity
About Us
Our care home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with over 130 homes across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering outstanding care in specialist settings and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and flourish.
Our five core values: Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, and Inclusivity, define everything we do. If you share these values and want to bring your skills to a role where you are truly appreciated, we would love to hear from you.