Responsibilities We are actively hiring for professional and experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our team for FT hours (39.5 per week). Your main duties will include: - Promote independence & improve mobility of residents for your specific unit or department - Support training and supervision of junior and new Staff Members in all aspects of their work in the Care Centre, under the supervision of senior Staff Members. - Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting Clients, when required, with all aspects of daily living. - Assist Clients in all aspects of their care needs (e.g. physical, emotional, and spiritual) - Provide supervision and attention when needed, ensuring Clients retain their comfort and dignity - Pay particular attention to assisting Clients who have limited mobility or physical / learning difficulties making the best use of aids provided - Closely monitor Clients who may be confused and/or who have behavioural problems, Assist in the promotion of continence. - Assist in the delivery of care for Clients who are dying or who have a progressive illness. Assist with last offices. - Complete, observe, & review care planning needs for Clients, and complete written daily records as instructed and in line with the Companys policies and procedures. - Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with Clients and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Care Centre. - Carry out regular checks on Clients at intervals determined by senior Staff Members. - Make and change beds, ensure that rooms are clean and tidy, and commodes are empty, in line with the Care Centres disposal of waste policy. - Ensure the Care Centres resources are used appropriately - To participate, promote and engender the quality culture of Handsale Care Group by adhering to Quality Assurance Systems Qualifications and Skills Required: - SVQ Level 3 or above OR Equivalent in Health and Social Care - Experience of Safe Handling of Medicines (Must have) - Team Supervision / Care Unit management - Satisfactory CRB / DBS checks Benefits: - Competitive rates of pay £14.90/hr - 28 days holiday entitlement FTE - An excellent range of services available via our business partner Simply Health to encourage healthy and motivated workforce after completion of 1 year service. - Additional courses and extra training to advance your careers and improve your skills - Excellent training and support - Established, Reputable, Forward Thinking Employer
Locations
PaisleyScotland
