including medication administration, reviewing care plans and supporting less experienced colleagues, ensuring every resident receives the highest standard of care. This is a rewarding and varied role where no two days are the same.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, person-centred care tailored to each resident's individual needs and preferences.
- Act as a Key Worker for allocated residents, ensuring their care plans are implemented and reviewed effectively.
- Safely administer medication and maintain accurate medication records in line with company procedures.
- Review, update and contribute to individual care plans to ensure residents receive the best possible support.
- Mentor, support and lead less experienced care team members, promoting best practice throughout the home.
- Monitor residents' physical and emotional wellbeing, reporting any changes promptly and maintaining accurate records.
- Liaise effectively with healthcare professionals, relatives and colleagues to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and dignity for every resident.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH, Infection Prevention & Control and all relevant legislation.
- Support residents with meals and hydration, providing assistance where required while promoting independence.
- Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment, including light housekeeping duties when needed.
About You
- Holds, or is working towards, an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
- Has previous experience working as a Care Assistant within a residential or nursing environment.
- Is confident administering medication and maintaining accurate records.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Enjoys mentoring and supporting colleagues.
- Demonstrates compassion, professionalism and attention to detail.
- Can work effectively as part of a busy team while remaining calm under pressure.
- Is, committed to delivering exceptional resident care every day.
Working Pattern
You will work on a permanent rolling rota of three consecutive shifts on followed by three consecutive shifts off.
Available Contracts
Full Time Days 8:00am 8:00pm (Average 42 hours per week)
Pay Rates
Days: £15.46 per hour
What We Offer
- Full induction training programme
- Paid breaks
- Fully funded Blue Light Card
- Fully funded Enhanced DBS check
- Refer a Friend bonus scheme
- Uniform tunic provided
- Pay Day Breakfast
- Free meal on shift
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Supportive management team and opportunities for progression
We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Our screening and recruitment process is conducted in line with Crystal Care Collection's Safeguarding Policy.
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Senior Care Assistant employer: Crystal Care Collection
At Crystal Care Collection, we pride ourselves on creating a nurturing and supportive work environment at Potter House, Yeovil, where our team members are valued and encouraged to grow. With a strong focus on employee well-being, we offer competitive benefits, ongoing training opportunities, and a culture that celebrates teamwork and compassion, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the care sector.
