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
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
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