Senior Care Assistant
You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers
This care home provides comfortable, en-suite accommodation and exceptional, round-the-clock care provided by a dedicated team who treat residents with dignity, kindness, and compassion
To be considered for this position you must at least hold an NVQ level 2 or equivalent in health and social care and be willing to complete level 3
As a Senior Care Assistant your key duties include:
You will lead and inspire a team of committed care assistants to provide the highest quality of care to our residents enabling them to live later life wellSupporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing
You will administer medication and maintain clear and accurate records
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Passionate about caring for older peoplePrevious care experience
Experience leading, coaching and motivating a team to deliver high quality care
You will have a kind, warm and caring nature and be able to work well as part of a team but also use your own initiative
Patience, communication and listening skills are equally important
Maintaining accurate records, time management and prioritising tasks will also be strengths
Ability to lead by example, form positive relationships and energise colleagues to deliver exceptional care then we’d love to hear from you
The successful Senior Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £13.65 per hour and the annual salary of £23,423.40 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 36 hours a week working on nights. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
28 days holiday including bank holidays and an option to buy annual leaveLife assurance
A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases
Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications
Genuine career progression and development opportunities
Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice
Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support
Access to wellbeing resources
Recommend a friend scheme
Family friendly policies
Long service awards
Free uniform and DBS check
Cycle2Work salary sacrifice scheme
Healthcare scheme at competitive rates
Reference ID: 6973To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV