Details:
- Salary: £15 - Hour
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Lancaster Lancashire
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Pay: Up to £15.00 per hour
Contract: Permanent & Temporary Opportunities
Shift Pattern
Week 1
* Monday, Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday – 8:00am–8:00pm or 8:00pm–8:00am
Week 2
* Wednesday, Thursday & Friday – 8:00am–8:00pm or 8:00pm–8:00am
This fixed two-week rolling rota offers consistency and supports a healthy work-life balance, with every other weekend worked.
About the Service
We are recruiting experienced Senior Care Assistants for a purpose-built residential and dementia care home supporting up to 67 residents aged 65 and over. Care is provided for individuals living with dementia, sensory impairments, Parkinson’s disease, stroke-related conditions, palliative care needs, and those requiring respite or long-term residential support.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support the care team during shifts.
* Deliver high-quality personal care and promote resident independence.
* Administer or oversee medication in line with company procedures.
* Support mobility, transfers, and safe moving and handling practices.
* Monitor resident wellbeing and escalate concerns appropriately.
* Maintain accurate care records, risk assessments, and documentation.
* Support residents living with dementia and respond effectively to changing needs.
* Liaise with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.
* Mentor and support Care Assistants within the team.
* Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and CQC standards.
Essential Requirements
* Previous experience within residential, nursing, or dementia care.
* Senior Care Assistant experience or proven leadership skills within care.
* Medication administration experience preferred.
* Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
* Person-centred, compassionate, and professional approach.
* Good understanding of safeguarding, care planning, and professional boundaries.
* Full right to work in the UK.
Benefits
* Flexible shift patterns.
* Weekly pay.
* Ongoing training and development.
* Supportive management team.
* Career progression opportunities.
* Rewarding role making a genuine difference to residents’ lives.
Compliance
* Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references required.
* No sponsorship available.
* Applicants must have full right to work in the United Kingdom.
* Work Location: In person