Senior Carer

Job Reference: 2333106758-2
- Date Posted: 3 September 2025
- Recruiter: Fenwick Healthcare
- Location: City, Derby
- Salary: £13.00 to £18.00 Per Hour
- Sector: Business development
- Job Type: Temporary

Key Responsibilities
- **Care Planning**:
Develop, implement, and review care plans, ensuring they are followed correctly and tailored to the service user's specific requirements.
- **Medication Management**:
Administer medication to service users in accordance with care plans, policies, and procedures.
- **Health Monitoring**:
Monitor and record vital signs, observations, and the general progress of service users, reporting any changes to appropriate healthcare professionals.
- **Communication**:
Liaise with families, GPs, and other health professionals, providing updates on the service user's progress and building positive relationships.
- **Record Keeping**:
Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of daily activities, care provided, and observations in line with organizational policies.
- **Quality Assurance**:
Ensure that high standards of care are delivered and maintained, conducting quality checks on care assistants.
- **Training & Mentoring**:
Participate in the training and induction of new staff members, sharing best practices and skills.
- **Staff Supervision & Support**:
Oversee and mentor a team of care assistants, providing guidance, support, and professional development.
- **Client Care**:
Provide direct personal care, including assistance with washing, dressing, feeding, and mobility, focusing on individual needs, dignity, and independence.

Required Skills & Qualifications
- **Qualifications**: A relevant qualification in care, such as NVQ/SVQ Level 3, is often required.
- **Experience**: Previous experience as a care assistant is essential.
- **Leadership**: The ability to lead and motivate a team.
- **Communication**: Strong verbal and listening skills to communicate effectively with service users, families, and colleagues.
- **Compassion**: A compassionate, patient, and empathetic approach to care.
- **Organizational Skills**: Good time management and organizational skills to manage workload and staff.