Care Officer/Senior Care Assistant

Abrams Healthcare Llp; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Care Officer/Senior Care Assistant to lead a team of care workers and provide personal care for individuals with complex needs. This role involves flexible shifts and responsibilities like medication management and accurate record-keeping. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and extensive experience in personal care and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team providing care and support.
• Extensive experience providing personal care.
• Knowledge in person-centred care and respect for privacy.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide a team of care workers.
• Assist with resident admissions and discharges.
• Manage medication and maintain accurate care records.
• Conduct professional handovers for continuity of care.

Skills

Team leadership experience

Personal care support

Strong communication skills

Task planning and prioritization

Ability to respond effectively to situations

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent

Medication administration training

Moving and handling training

Safeguarding training

Tools

Hoists

Mobility aids

Assistive technology

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Care Officer / Senior Care Assistant

Directorate: Adult Social Care and Health

Post Number: Agency Worker

Responsible to: Registered Manager

Grade: Agency Worker - 6a

Overall Purpose

As an Agency Care Officer / Senior Care Assistant, you will lead a team of care workers during shifts and participate in the delivery of care for individuals with acute and complex needs. This role requires flexibility across various shift patterns to ensure 24/7 resident support.

Principal Accountabilities

• Supervise and guide a team of care workers, providing support and handling escalated issues to ensure high-quality care delivery.
• Assist with resident admissions and discharges, ensuring smooth transitions.
• Provide personal care support, including assistance with toileting, bathing, dressing, eating, and drinking.
• Manage medication, ensuring proper handling, storage, administration, and coordination with pharmacies.
• Promote effective communication and treat all individuals with dignity, compassion, and respect.
• Maintain accurate daily care records in accordance with defined systems, ensuring an auditable record of care provided.
• Document and report any accidents, incidents, or significant events promptly.
• Conduct professional handovers to ensure continuity of care and support across shifts.
• Perform any other duties appropriate to the grade and level of responsibility of the post.

Employee Specification

Essential Criteria

• Experience leading a team of care workers in delivering care and support (Application, Interview)
• Extensive experience providing personal care and support (Application, Interview)
• Knowledge and experience in person-centred care, including dignity, respect, privacy, independence, and choice (Application, Interview)
• Strong communication skills, demonstrating compassion, empathy, and respect (Interview)
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks effectively for self and team across shifts (Interview)
• Ability to respond effectively to arising situations (Application, Interview)
• Experience using a range of equipment such as hoists, mobility aids, and assistive technology safely (Interview)
• Ability to record and maintain quality care records (Interview)
• Understanding of relevant legislation, care quality standards, and regulations and their impact on policies and processes (Interview)

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) – Essential
• Medication administration training and certification – Essential
• Moving and handling training – Essential
• Safeguarding training – Essential
• First Aid certification – Desirable
• Dementia Care Training – Desirable
• Leadership and team management training – Desirable