About this role
Job summary
Make a real difference every day at Birkdale Tower Care Home. As a Flexi Senior Care Practitioner working 22 hours per week (2 shifts), you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional person-centred care, supporting residents to live happy, fulfilled lives while leading by example on shift. You'll work alongside a passionate and friendly team in a welcoming home where kindness, dignity and respect are at the heart of everything we do.
Why join Sandstone Care Group? We value our people and invest in their development, offering a supportive culture, excellent training opportunities and a rewarding career in care. If you're an experienced care professional looking for flexibility, responsibility and the chance to make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
As a Senior Care Practitioner, your responsibilities will include:
Supporting residents with personal care, hygiene, and daily routines Providing emotional support and companionship Monitoring residents wellbeing and responding to any changes or concerns Leading and supporting day staff, including supervision and guidance Maintaining accurate records and ensuring clear handovers Contributing to and reviewing individual care plans to ensure they reflect residents changing needs Ensuring care delivery is in line with regulatory standards and best practice Assisting with staff appraisals, training, and liaising with healthcare professionals Promoting a calm, safe, and well-managed environment throughout the day
About us
Birkdale Tower Care Home, located in the heart of Birkdale, Southport, is a beautifully restored landmark offering luxurious surroundings and exceptional, person-centred care. As part of the Sandstone Care Group, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, supportive environment where residents feel truly at home.
Job description Job responsibilities
The Flexi Senior Care Practitioner plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care across the home. Acting as a role model for colleagues, the postholder will help ensure residents receive safe, compassionate and responsive support while promoting independence, dignity and choice.
This role combines hands-on care with leadership responsibilities, supporting the effective day-to-day running of the home and contributing to a positive experience for residents, families, visitors and colleagues.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards it). Supervisory or leadership experience in a residential or nursing home setting.
Desirable
Ability to remain calm and lead effectively under pressure Flexibility to work both dayandnight shifts, including weekends
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Sandstone Care Group
Address Birkdale Tower Lodge Care Home
8 Oxford Road
Birkdale
Southport
Merseyside
PR8 2JR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sandstonecare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)