Senior Carer

13 hours ago


Ayr, United Kingdom Ayr Baptist Homes Ltd Airlie House Full time

**AIRLIE HOUSE**

**JOB DESCRIPTION**: Senior Carer - Bank or Part Time**

**Reporting To**: Care Manager**

**PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP**

**JOB PURPOSE**: To plan, implement and supervise the provision of quality care in conjunction with Residents. To ensure Residents retain their dignity and individuality. To be involved in the general activities of the Care Home. Maintain a safe and secure environment for Residents, Staff Members and Visitors.

**SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATION**

**Required**:
**Must have Medication Experience**

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Genuine interest in, and experience of working with the relevant Client Group

Ability to communicate effectively at all levels

Team player

Willingness to participate in Vocational Training Programmes

Satisfactory Police Check and check against the PVG list (where applicable)

Minimum SVQ level 3 in Care or working towards it

**Desired**:
Previous supervisory experience

**MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES**

**Supervisory Responsibilities** As Senior Carer, duties include front line supervision and monitoring of care workers and care assistants. The Senior Carer will require to be in charge of a shift of workers and will take responsibility for the smooth running of the service whilst they are on duty. They respond to emergencies and provide guidance and support to care workers. You will Manage staff on your shift in a professional and fair manner and be able to delegate tasks to chosen staff members at your own discretion. You will be responsible for overseeing the quality of work and care within your environment whilst monitoring tasks undertaken by all staff on shift.
- **Care**:_
- Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting and assisting Residents when required with all aspects of daily living.
- Support training and supervision of staff and New Staff Members in all aspects of their work in the Care Home under the supervision of Senior Staff Members.
- Assist Residents in all aspects of their care needs; physical, emotional and spiritual. Provide supervision and attention when needed ensuring Residents retain their comfort and dignity.
- Complete, observe and review care planning needs for Residents, and complete written daily records as instructed and in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.
- Report on well-being of Residents and liaise with GP’s and Support Managers etc.
- Ensure full privacy and dignity is maintained for the dying and the bereaved in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.
- Assist Residents who need help during meal times and be aware of swallowing difficulties and dietary requirements. Assist with serving of food and drinks as requested.
- Dispense medication and ensure correct recording of all relevant information relating to medication (after the satisfactory completion of the Safe Handling of Medicines Course).
- _**Training and Development**:_
- Maintain professional knowledge and competence.
- Attend mandatory training days/courses on or off site as and when required.
- Promote and ensure the good reputation of the Care Home.
- Ensure that all information of a confidential nature gained in the course of duty is not divulged to third parties.
- Carry out any other tasks that may be reasonably assigned to you.

**Salary**: £14.50/hour

Qualification Questions
- How many years of Senior Carer experience do you have?

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: From £14.50 per hour

Work Location: In person


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