Our Meallmore team at Kincaid are ready to warmly welcome you as a Senior Care Assistant within their care home. Kincaid House is a modern care home in Inverclyde which boasts beautiful views of the River Clyde and mountains beyond. The care home caters for frail elderly residents and also has a dedicated unit for people living with dementia.
Our mentorship programme and ongoing learning and development will give you all the support you need to develop your skills and progress in your career.
If you’re not already working as a senior care assistant, you will be required to register as a supervisor with the SSSC (Scottish Social Services Council).

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience working as a care assistant/support worker or similar care setting is essential.
• Working towards the qualification to meet SSSC registration requirements.
• SVQ level 3 or above/equivalent in Social Services and Healthcare (as per SSSC guidelines) is desirable.
• PDA/Equivalent in Supervision
• Communication and repour building skills.
• Kind caring nature.

• Supporting the Registered Nurse/Team Leader to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the holistic care needs of individuals using the service.
• Providing and promoting positive work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and conform to relevant standards, policies and legislation.
• Having an holistic approach in achieving outcomes in collaboration with all departments within the care service.
• Collaborating with care staff in your department and wider teams.
• Carrying out personal care duties.