At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to provide high-quality, personalised care for residents.
- Company: Join Meallmore, Scotland’s trusted care provider with a warm atmosphere.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, career development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression to Care Home Manager.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful difference in residents' lives every day.
- Qualifications: Experience as a senior care worker or working towards SVQ Level 3.
The predicted salary is between 14.5 - 14.5 £ per hour.
Salary: £13.53 - £14.50 per hour (depending on experience) + competitive benefits + overtime rates
Hours: 40.25 hours per week
Working as a Senior Care Worker in Meallmore is key to supporting Registered Nurses in working together to enrich our residents’ lives as you provide high standards of person‑centred care whilst leading and supporting the team – where our residents' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.
We provide Senior Care Workers with the opportunity to complete an award-winning 6-month programme with salary increments along the journey as well as opportunities to take your career further.
Role & Responsibilities- Supporting the Registered Nurse / Team Leader to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the comprehensive care needs of each resident living in our care home.
- Delivering hands-on personal care, leadership and support to provide the highest standards of person‑centred care ensuring our residents live their best lives.
- Motivating and supervising the care team, ensuring you have oversight of your team performance, providing coaching, mentoring and leadership support to promote positive change.
- Maintain accurate records of the job you do which will include completing assessments, writing care plans, resident reviews, and evaluations.
- Administering medication.
- Leading by example in setting high standards of care and support, encouraging a positive work environment where practices are safe and meet all relevant standards, policies, and legislation.
- Previous experience working as a senior care worker in a similar care setting is essential. We also welcome applications from experienced care workers actively working towards their SVQ Level 3 and looking for your next step up.
- Professional, compassionate, kind and motivated with a sense of fun - you’ll pride yourself on your person-centred, thoughtful approach to care.
- Ability to lead, motivate, inspire and develop a team.
- Organised, flexible in your approach and have great communication and leadership skills.
- Confident in the use of IT applications.
- To be a Senior Care Worker you will be registered as a supervisor with the Scottish Social Services Council, within the necessary time frame.
- You will already have or be on a journey to obtain the qualifications required for your SSSC registration: Practice and supervisory qualification/s SVQ level 3 or higher, or its equivalent in Social Services & Healthcare.
Our focus is you and your ongoing development. We have a Care Team career pathway to support you to reach your potential, all the way to Care Home Manager if that is your goal.
If you are interested, please click apply and one of our friendly recruitment team will be in touch.
Please note that all job offers are subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure Scotland Scheme Membership (PVG).
A little bit about us: Located in Fraserburgh, St Modans Care Home is known for its warm atmosphere and dedication to personalised care. Meallmore, Scotland’s most trusted care provider, is committed to delivering excellent care in great places to live and work. Join our compassionate team and make a meaningful difference every day.
Dayshift Senior Care Assistant in Fraserburgh employer: Meallmore Ltd.
Meallmore is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing work environment in Fraserburgh, where the wellbeing of both residents and staff is paramount. With competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a unique 6-month award-winning training programme, employees are empowered to grow their careers in care, with clear pathways to advancement, including the potential to become a Care Home Manager. Join our compassionate team and experience the fulfilment of making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day.
