Bank Senior Care Assistant

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 flexible bank position gives you full autonomy over your shift schedule to maintain a ideal work-life balance, while benefiting from structured training and professional development.

In this key supervisory role, you will lead shift teams and work directly alongside Care Assistants to ensure exceptional daily care for residents. You will manage care plans, coordinate with medical professionals and families, handle medication administration, and collaborate with care home leadership to maintain high clinical and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise bank shifts, assign daily duties, and support care staff in providing person-centered support.

• Oversee resident care plans, perform routine risk assessments, and liaise with healthcare professionals and family members.

• Safely administer, track, and record resident medications in strict compliance with safety guidelines.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (desirable) with proven team supervision and shift leadership capabilities.

• Strong organizational, IT, and delegation skills with a thorough understanding of care planning processes.

• Previous experience with medication administration (or a commitment to completing required training).

Benefits

• Flexible shift arrangements paired with Wagestream earned wage access and Bank Holiday pay enhancements.

• Continuous career development, training, and access to approved apprenticeship schemes.

• Dedicated health and wellbeing support alongside access to hundreds of retail and online discounts.