Senior Support Assistant
Are you an experienced care professional ready to take the next step in your career? We are looking for a Senior Care Assistant / Senior Support Assistant to lead by example and help us deliver the highest standard of care and support to our service users.
About the Role:
As a Senior Care Assistant / Senior Support Assistant, you’ll play a key role in overseeing daily care routines, supporting junior staff, and ensuring that individuals in our care receive safe, dignified, and person-centred support.
You will be responsible for:
- Delivering and overseeing high-quality personal care and support
- Administering and managing medication in line with policies
- Supporting and mentoring care staff on shift
- Updating care plans and maintaining accurate records
- Liaising with families, healthcare professionals, and management
- Responding to emergencies and incidents in a calm, efficient manner
- Promoting independence, choice, and dignity at all times
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous experience in a senior care or support role (minimum 1years preferred)
- SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or an equivalent qualification
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Compassionate, responsible, and organised
- Ability to demonstrate initiative in de-escalation and redirection
- A knowledge of Electronic Care Planning would be advantageous
- Adaptable to environment and change
- An understanding of National Care Standards & Codes of Conducts
- Completions of all mandatory training requirements
- A commitment to providing a standard of care that exceeds both company and industry standards
What We Offer:
- Flexible, Permanent, Part Time or Full-Time Shifts available
- 22, 33,44 Hours Per Week Rota. We understand that work-life balance is vital, and we offer flexible scheduling options to suit your needs.
- Excellent rate of pay of minimum £13.60
- Fantastic induction programme & ongoing training & support
- 28 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays
- Additional days holiday on your birthday
- Free Company Uniform
- Free parking on site
- Workplace pension scheme
- Supportive & inclusive team environment
If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, then we would love to hear from you. Simply apply online and we will be in touch to discuss the role with you in more detail.
| GoBe Care |
£13.60 per hour |
Ayr |