Senior Care Assistant

apartmentJupiter Recruitment placeHitchin scheduleFull-time calendar_month 
An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Care Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in the Hitchin, Hertfordshire area.An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Care Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in the Hitchin, Hertfordshire area.

You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers

This care home provides life-enhancing residential and dementia care for older people based in the area

To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

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 well
Supporting 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 people
Previous 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 £13.92 per hour and the annual salary of £23,886.72 per annum. We currently have vacancies for both days and night shifts available. 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 leave
Life 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: 6381

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV

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