Senior Care Assistant post at New Bradley Hall, a purpose-built dementia-friendly care home run by Black Country Housing Group, on permanent 25 hours a week. The role centres on supervising the care team, coordinating care plans for a named group of residents, and giving personal care and medication support. The 66-room home has a cinema room, café and on-site hairdressing, and the post suits someone with dementia and end-of-life knowledge. An enhanced DBS check applies, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Assisting with residents' care plans and supervising the care team
- Providing personal care in line with individual care plans
- Acting as care plan coordinator for a named group of residents
- Monitoring residents' physical and mental wellbeing and reporting changes promptly
- Administering medication as prescribed and keeping accurate records
- Complying with statutory and legal requirements, including health and safety and the Health & Social Care Act
- Keeping residents' personal information confidential
- Contributing to team meetings and training and supporting a positive working environment
- Upholding CQC fundamental standards and safeguarding
- Liaising with other care professionals and helping residents take part in leisure activities
- Keeping the home clean, pleasant and welcoming
- Assisting with meal service and supporting residents as needed
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health and Social Care or equivalent
Experience
- Experience working in a care environment or similar
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge of supporting people with dementia and age-related illnesses
- Understanding of mental capacity, DOLS and end of life care
- Basic understanding of CQC Fundamental Standards and compliance
- Understanding of older people's individual rights and how to promote them in and out of the home
- Understanding of care plans, risk assessment and medications
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
Nice to have
- Previous experience working in a supervisory role within a care environment or similar
What’s offered
- 28 days annual leave per year
- Enhanced sick pay and family leave policies
- Staff recognition scheme, 100% annual attendance reward and annual pay review
- Employee Assistance Programme offering free, confidential support in health, wellbeing, financial and legal matters
- Access to a virtual GP and wellbeing events throughout the year
- Life assurance programme and contributory pension scheme
- Learning and development programme to support continuing professional development
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
