HC-One's care homes are recruiting a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team of care assistants across its dementia, nursing, residential and specialist settings. The core of the work is planning and delivering personalised care that protects residents' dignity and independence, with close involvement of their families. The post also assists the registered nurse and care manager with medication and with social and recreational activities. Fit depends on senior care experience and an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or working towards one.
What the job involves
- Plan and deliver personalised care that gives residents security, dignity and independence
- Lead a team of care assistants and maintain high standards of care
- Get to know residents and their families to shape personalised care plans
- Support residents with daily tasks, including mobility, mealtimes and end-of-life care
- Assist the registered nurse and care manager
- Administer medication
- Provide physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities
- Maintain accurate records of work carried out
- Build strong working relationships with the team
- Communicate with residents, families and colleagues, including by phone, with kindness and consideration
What’s required
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or working towards it
Experience
- Senior care experience
Skills & knowledge
- Good record keeping
- Time management
- Positive, kind manner and ability to get along with people
- Recognising signs of abuse, harm or neglect and reporting concerns
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS or PVG check
Nice to have
- Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care
- Background in person-centred care planning
- Knowledge of caring for people with dementia
What’s offered
- 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Free uniform
- Nutritious meal on shifts of eight hours or more
- Wagestream flexible access to pay
- Learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
- Free independent Employee Assistance Programme
- GP online service for employee and dependants under 16
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
