Senior Residential Support Worker (Grade 5) - 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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed