Senior Care Worker
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £37,000 to £37,500 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 March 2026 |
| Location: | ZE1 0XJ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-57127-20726 |
Summary
Job Title: Senior Care Worker
Location: Shetland
Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum
Hours: 38.5 hours per week
Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Care Worker to join our team in Shetland. The successful candidate will provide leadership and guidance to care staff, ensuring the delivery of person-centered care and the development of individualized care plans for the elderly.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and allocate tasks effectively among care staff.
- Provide leadership and guidance to ensure high-quality care.
- Deliver person-centered care and develop care plans.
- Support residents with personal care and daily activities.
- Administer medication in accordance with policy.
Requirements:
- Experienced care professional with SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
- Must have a Christian faith and be able to uphold a Christian ethos.
- Membership of the PVG Scheme and registration with the SSSC is required.
- Proven experience in elderly care and senior care worker roles.
Benefits:
- Membership of Perkbox for retail and leisure discounts.
- Health cash plan.
Additional Opportunity:
We are also seeking a Senior Night Care Worker for part-time night shifts, working 3 or 4 nights a week (28.5 hours per week). Night shifts are compensated at £181.55 per night.
Application:
Interested candidates should possess the necessary qualifications and be ready to demonstrate their commitment to providing compassionate, faith-aligned care.
To apply please contact Amy at Purosearch on 01904 570050 or email your CV to a.leslie@purosearch.co.uk