Senior Healthcare Assistant

We are a reputable healthcare staffing agency providing skilled and reliable healthcare professionals to a range of clients, including care homes, nursing homes, and supported living services.

We are currently seeking experienced Senior Healthcare Assistants to join our team and deliver high-quality care to elderly residents across our client sites.

About the Role

As a Senior Healthcare Assistant, you will be deployed to various client settings where you will play a vital role in supporting residents and leading care staff. A key responsibility of this role includes the safe administration of medication, including controlled drugs, in line with all legal, regulatory, and client-specific policies.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, person-centred care to elderly residents

Administer medication safely, including controlled drugs, in accordance with policies and legislation

Accurately complete Medication Administration Records (MAR charts)

Monitor residents for any adverse reactions or changes in condition

Support, guide, and supervise junior care staff on shift

Assist with personal care, mobility, nutrition, and daily living tasks

Ensure compliance with safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety procedures

Adapt quickly to different client environments and work effectively within new teams

Requirements

Experience in the UK as a Healthcare Assistant, including senior-level responsibilities

Proven experience in medication administration, including controlled drugs

Up-to-date training and competency in medication handling

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) preferred

Strong understanding of care standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., CQC)

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Flexible, reliable, and able to work across multiple locations

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your experience in medication administration, particularly with controlled drugs

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