At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver high-quality care and support to residents while leading and guiding your team.
- Company: Join CrossReach, a compassionate Christian organisation dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy exclusive discounts, a generous pension plan, and support for your professional development.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team that values respect and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in the lives of older people every day.
- Qualifications: SVQ Level 3 in Social Services and Healthcare; strong communication and leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 27800 - 30000 £ per year.
As a Senior Care Worker, you'll play a key role in ensuring residents receive high-quality, person-centred care while providing guidance and support to colleagues across the team. You'll lead by example, helping to create a safe, welcoming and supportive environment where residents can thrive.
What you will do:
- Deliver high-quality care and support to residents
- Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the service
- Provide guidance and support to Care Workers
- Contribute to care planning, reviews and risk assessments
- Administer medication in line with policies and procedures
- Promote residents' independence, choice and wellbeing
- Maintain accurate records and ensure high standards of care are upheld
About you:
You will be an experienced care professional with a genuine commitment to supporting older people to live well. You'll be confident leading by example, supporting colleagues and making sound decisions when required. Strong communication skills, compassion and a positive approach are essential. You must hold an SVQ Level 3 in Social Services and Healthcare and be willing to work towards, or already hold, an SVQ Level 4 qualification. This role requires membership of the PVG Scheme and registration with the SSSC.
Why work with us?
At CrossReach, you'll be part of a supportive team that values compassion, respect and professional development. We'll help you continue to grow your skills while making a meaningful difference every day.
Benefits:
- Access to a wide range of exclusive retail and leisure discounts through our rewards scheme and the Blue Light Discount card
- Generous contributory pension plan and death in service benefit
- Enhanced family friendly policies and health cash plan for cash back on health treatments
- Care concierge service to assist with life's challenges
- Contribution to professional membership fees and support for training and development
Eligibility requirements:
As a Christian faith organization, this post requires a Christian faith and the ability to work within and uphold our Christian Ethos. Applicants must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and registered with the SSSC. Applicants must have the relevant permission to work in the UK.
If you have any queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team at recruitment.team@crossreach.org.uk.
Senior Care Worker in Elderslie employer: Crossreach
CrossReach is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. With access to generous benefits such as a contributory pension plan, health cash plan, and enhanced family-friendly policies, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve in Older People Services. Located in Scotland, we are committed to fostering a diverse team where every individual feels valued and respected, ensuring a rewarding career path for all.
