At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to individuals, promoting their independence and well-being.
- Company: Join a dedicated team in a caring environment in Poole, Dorset.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, training opportunities, and referral bonuses.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive team with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your skills in care.
- Qualifications: 6 months of care experience, valid UK driving licence, and relevant training certifications.
The predicted salary is between 17 - 17 £ per hour.
Job Title
- Senior Carer - Nursing & Care Homes
- (SC)
Location
Poole, Dorset
Contract
- Full Time & Part time Agency/Bank
- Contact : Dorset Team on 03333 22 11 22
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Senior Carer to join our team.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to service users in their homes, including individuals with adult learning disabilities.
This position requires a commitment to supporting individuals with their daily activities, promoting independence, and ensuring their comfort, dignity, safety, and overall well‑being.
- Administer medication safely and accurately in accordance with care plans and medication policies.
- Supervise, support, and mentor care staff, ensuring high standards of person‑centred care are maintained.
- Monitor and record residents' physical and emotional wellbeing, reporting any changes promptly to the nurse or management team.
- Assist with moving and handling residents safely, following manual handling procedures and risk assessments.
- Provide high-quality personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and promoting dignity and independence.
- Support residents with nutrition and hydration by serving meals, assisting with feeding where required, and monitoring dietary needs.
- Maintain accurate care records, including daily notes, medication administration records (MAR), and incident reports.
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and colleagues to ensure continuity of care.
- Promote a safe, clean, and comfortable environment, adhering to infection prevention and health and safety policies.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies, safeguarding concerns, and changes in residents' conditions.
- Lead by example, providing compassionate, respectful, and person‑centred care while ensuring residents' dignity, privacy, and wellbeing are always maintained.
What We Offer
- Weekly & daily pay available.
- Our app - Accept assignments, update your availability, receive shift
- Easy, fast and hassle‑free registration process.
- Dedicated consultant, providing a true 24 hours service.
- Training available to enhance and upgrade your skills to senior positions.
- Flexible working patterns
- Competitive pay
• Referral scheme, introduce your friends and we'll pay you!
Requirements
- Minimum of 6 months' care experience within the last 2 years
- Must hold a valid UK driving licence
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Valid Medication Administration Certificate
- Medication trained
- PEG (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy) trained
- Diabetes care trained
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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Carer - Days, Nights & Sleep Nights in Poole
Compassionate Care
Medication Administration
Supervision and Mentoring
Monitoring Wellbeing
Moving and Handling
Personal Care
Nutrition and Hydration Support
