Reed Health & Care are currently recruiting for Senior Care Assistants for our client based in East Lothian on a permanent basis.
* Sponsorship is not available for this position *
Pay Rate : £13.50 -£14..00 per hour
Hours : Full time : 38.5 or 44 Hours a week

Rota : 3 Shifts 1 week / 4 shifts the next week on a rolling Basis

Shift : 12 hour shifts : 8am-8pm –  we have dayshift, nightshift & mixed posts available  
Requirements
*SVQ 3 qualified or have experience as a senior or be willing to work towards this
*Be medication trained & have experience giving medication 
*Be registered with the SSSC
*Demonstrate in knowledge & understanding of Social Care Codes of Practice
*Experience in Care Planning & risk assessments
*Have excellent communication skills
Duties & Responsibilities
*Carry out care as per residents care plan
*Continually assess & monitor the needs & wishes of the residents
*Support Nursing Staff to assess, implement & evaluate services users care plans
*Establish & maintain good relationships between residents, relatives & staff
*Support nursing staff to administer medication
*Undertake direct care when required
*Support nursing staff to allocate duties & tasks to care staff
*To support, record & supervise the service of food & drinks to residents
*To be involved in Key Worker Roles. 
If you are interested in this role please send your CV to