As a Senior Care Assistant at our Lime Court Care Home in Harwich, Essex, you will be part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day.,
- As a Team Leader in Care, you will be working alongside and mentoring a team of Care Assistants to ensure that outstanding care is delivered at all times.
- You would be reporting to the Home Manager and work directly with the ancillary teams and other Team Leaders within the home.
- You will be engaging in meaningful activities with the people living in our care home as well as always promoting independence, choice, dignity, and respect
- Your involvement with creating person-centred care plans and risk assessments will be key to the successful delivery of outstanding care and regular updates and reviews will be required
Two years' experience as a Team Leader with an NVQ 2/3 qualification in Health and Social Care OR three years' experience without an NVQ - Experience in a nursing or care home
- Understanding of regulatory frameworks - Care Quality Commission (CQC)
- Knowledge and practice of working with people suffering with dementia is desirable
- Previous experience prompting/administering medication using an electronic e-MAR system would be desirable - full training and support will be provided.
- You will be an enthusiastic, inspiring, and caring individual - passionate about what we do
Salary: £13.45 - £14.25 per hour depending on experience and qualifications - 36 hours a week - 3 X 12 hour NIGHT shifts
- Shifts from 7pm - 7am, Monday - Sunday. You must be able to work alternate weekends, 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
- Free on-site parking
- Enhanced bank holiday pay
- Annual salary review
- Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer
- DBS certificate paid by Excelcare
- Comprehensive induction programme
- Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required)
- Paid uniform
- Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution
- Team appreciation week
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Care Assistant in Colchester employer: Excelcare Holdings Ltd
Excelcare is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and supportive environment for Senior Care Assistants at our Sherrell House Care Home in Chigwell, Essex. With a strong focus on employee growth through funded qualifications and a comprehensive induction programme, we foster a culture of compassion and teamwork, ensuring that every team member feels valued and part of the family. Enjoy generous benefits such as 28 days of holiday, enhanced pay on bank holidays, and a rewarding referral scheme, all while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents.
