At a Glance
- Tasks: Support elderly residents and ensure their wellbeing in a caring environment.
- Company: Established provider of Sheltered Housing with a strong reputation for quality care.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available, perfect for students or those seeking part-time work.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older people while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in elderly care and a caring personality are essential.
The predicted salary is between 14.99 - 14.99 £ per hour.
Location: Lindsay Court, Croydon, CR0 1FA
Shift Pattern: Saturday and Sunday, 9am – 5pm; Can be agreed as alternate weekends if preferred
Job Type: Fixed Term Contract for 6 months
Salary: £14.99 per hour (rising to £15.51 per hour after a successful probation of 5 months)
Our client is an established provider of Sheltered Housing and Facilities Management Services. They are proud to provide high standards of service to older people across several care schemes in the Croydon area, with a strong reputation for delivering safe, comfortable, and supportive homes. They aim to provide an inclusive and diverse working environment where people are at the heart of everything they do.
The shifts available may suit either one person working every weekend, or two people job sharing the role on alternate weekends. They are looking for a dedicated and reliable Senior Carer who is passionate, professional and caring to be part of the Lindsay Court team.
What You’ll Be Doing
As Senior Carer you will be the responsible person to ensure that the objectives of the scheme are met as well as the operational and management policies are adhered to. You will be required to provide a supportive environment and ensure the physical, mental and social wellbeing of our client’s tenants.
Person Specifications
- A Care Certificate or willingness to work towards the qualification.
- Experience of working with the elderly in a senior position or the length of service that will qualify as a senior employee.
- Experience of working in a supported Housing or Residential Care environment.
- Experience managing or overseeing onsite buildings or property locations.
- Supervisory experience is an advantage, or the willingness to learn.
- Ability to deal calmly with emergencies.
- Ability to work on your own initiative.
- Computer competency is required.
Desired Skills
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care is desirable but not required.
All applicants must have a genuine caring and sensitive personality and the ability to demonstrate compassion and empathy to caring for older people. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required. Our client is committed to Equality and Diversity; they therefore encourage those applicants who are considered disproportionate because of a protected characteristic. However, appointment will be based on merit and suitability to the role.
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