At a Glance
- Tasks: Support residents with personal care and engage them in social activities.
- Company: Welford Healthcare, dedicated to quality care and team development.
- Benefits: Comprehensive training, free DBS, employee discounts, and workplace pension.
- Other info: Join a passionate team in a supportive and caring environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while growing your career in social care.
- Qualifications: Must hold Care Certificate and be willing to pursue NVQ Level 3.
The predicted salary is between 12 - 14 £ per hour.
At Verulam House Care Home, we are looking for a hardworking team player who is passionate about developing a career in the social care industry as a Senior Care Assistant. You will be motivated and compassionate, with a genuine interest in benefitting the lives of those within our care. You MUST hold Care Certificate and be willing to take NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care to qualify for this position.
Responsibilities of the Senior Care Assistant:
- Providing physical and mental stimulation for residents by taking part in social and recreational activities, on a one-to-one and group basis
- Assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene and dressing
- Assisting with mealtimes
- Ensuring residents' independence, dignity and respect, by delivering the very best person-centred care
- Helping to maintain accurate records
- Undertaking regular ongoing training
- Developing relationships with our residents and their families in order to gain a better understanding of how to provide the best possible care
- Reviews with external health professionals
- Lead the team of care assistants
- Administer medication
Skills and Experience of the Senior Care Assistant:
- Caring, and compassionate nature
- The desire to make a positive contribution to the lives of others
- Good written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to work as part of a team
- Flexibility to work alternate weekends
- Ability to use IT systems
- Use of initiative and ability to problem solve
Benefits of the Senior Care Assistant:
- Comprehensive induction programme
- Ongoing training and development
- Free DBS
- Employee discount scheme (Qualify for Blue Light Card)
- Uniform
- Workplace pension
- Free on-site parking
About Us:
Welford Healthcare was founded in 2017 with the goal of building a boutique collection of quality care homes across the UK. Our strategy is to grow our business by acquiring mature care homes with quality foundations and strong potential for improvement and by investing in our people and our properties to ensure our homes are always inviting and homely. Whilst we are a growing business, we never lose sight of our primary and enduring purpose which is to provide good quality care for vulnerable adults. As we acquire new homes, we leverage our resources and expertise to ensure that the homes we run always have our residents’ wellbeing at their hearts. Our senior leadership team has extensive experience of operating, opening and acquiring quality care homes with proven track records in regulatory compliance and running commercially successful businesses where meeting the needs and ensuring the happiness of our residents and our teams are the cornerstones of our approach.
Senior Care Assistant - Days employer: Verulam Health Care Ltd
Verulam Health Care Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture where employees are valued and encouraged to grow. Located in the heart of St Albans, the company provides ongoing training and development opportunities, alongside benefits such as a workplace pension and free on-site parking, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the healthcare sector.
