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Senior Residential Support Worker (Grade 5) - social care

Liverpool
11 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Liverpool, Merseyside
£22.09 - £22.09 GBP hourly
Health / Social Care
Senior Residential Support Worker – Dementia Nursing Home

Location: Anfield, Liverpool
Pay Rate: £22.09 per hour (Umbrella)
Employer: Liverpool City Council

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Senior Residential Support Worker to join Liverpool City Council's Adult Services team, supporting residents at Millvina House / Brushwood Dementia Nursing Home.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated care professional with leadership experience to support the delivery of safe, high-quality and person-centred care to adults living with dementia and complex care needs.

Key Responsibilities

* Support the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursing home.

* Lead, supervise and support Residential Support Workers, ensuring high standards of care.

* Oversee the implementation and review of residents' care plans and risk assessments.

* Support staff development through supervision, appraisals and performance management.

* Administer medication in accordance with policies and procedures.

* Assist with staff rotas, annual leave planning and workforce management.

* Support admissions, discharges and care planning arrangements.

* Undertake non-clinical assessments and ensure residents receive appropriate support.

* Work collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals and multidisciplinary teams.

* Promote safeguarding, dignity, equality and person-centred care at all times.

Essential Requirements

* Previous experience working within a residential, nursing home or adult social care setting.

* Experience or willingness to supervise and support care staff.

* Experience dealing with complex care needs and challenging situations.

* Ability to contribute to care planning, risk assessments and discharge planning.

* Knowledge or experience of medication administration.

* Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

* Ability to delegate tasks and manage workloads effectively.

* A flexible and compassionate approach to supporting vulnerable adults.

Desirable: NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.

Working Arrangements

* Flexible shift patterns across a 7-day rota.

* Day shifts: 8am–8pm.

* Night shifts: 8pm–8am.

* Enhanced DBS required (Adult Workforce and Adult Barred List)

Mandatory: must have a UK passport or a full right to work in the UK

Apply Today!

If you are an experienced care professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering excellent dementia care, we would love to hear from you.

For more information, contact Shivashni Govender