Bank Senior Care Assistant
About this role
Supportive Bridge Staffing & Recruitment is pleased to recruit on behalf of Care UK, an award-winning care provider seeking a dedicated Bank Senior Care Assistant to join their team in Edinburgh, UK. This bank role offers complete scheduling flexibility to fit your lifestyle, along with continuous professional development and training opportunities in a supportive care setting.
In this adaptable leadership role, you will supervise shifts and work alongside Care Assistants to deliver high-quality, person-centered support. You will collaborate with families, healthcare professionals, and care home management to create comprehensive care plans, carry out risk assessments, and oversee medication administration while promoting resident independence.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and lead shifts, delegate tasks effectively, and assist Care Assistants with daily resident support.
Case-manage residents, carry out risk assessments, and coordinate with stakeholders to build tailored care plans.
Safely administer and log medication in compliance with safety and care home regulations.
Requirements
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (desirable) alongside demonstrated team leadership capabilities.
Well-organized, IT literate, and knowledgeable in care planning and shift allocation procedures.