Senior Care Assistant (Weekend Position)

Home Instead Senior Care; Retford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Professional to join their compassionate team. This rewarding weekend role involves ensuring high-quality care for clients, conducting competency checks, and supporting new care professionals. With a focus on community well-being, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of seniors while enjoying flexible hours and ongoing professional development. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Flexible Weekend Hours

Ongoing Training

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in community home care is essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency cover and ensure continuity of care.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and mentor new staff.

Skills

Community Home Care Experience

Care Quality Assurance Knowledge

Communication Skills

Mentoring Skills

Empathy and Compassion

Flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

Company Description

Our office was established in Retford and Gainsborough and our mission is to brighten the lives of seniors giving them a sense of purpose, wellbeing & worth. This role will play a vital part ensuring that our clients receive the best in class quality care and support the growth of our business.

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Care Professional to join our dedicated team for a weekend role. If you're passionate about providing high-quality care and supporting others in the industry, this role is for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Emergency Cover: Act as a standby to cover care in emergency situations, ensuring continuity of care and safety for our clients.
• Quality Assurance: Complete regular checks to maintain high standards of care, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Competency Checks: Conduct competency checks with care professionals, ensuring all team members meet required standards.
• Care Plans and Assessments: Review and provide feedback on client care plans and assessments, ensuring they are up-to-date and reflect the best possible care.
• Support Visits: Undertake client visits as needed to support both care recipients and the care team.
• Mentoring and Support: Offer guidance, mentoring, and support to new care professionals, helping them settle into their roles and develop their skills.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Proven experience in community home care.
• Excellent knowledge of care quality assurance processes and standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to mentor and support less experienced colleagues.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and proactive approach to care.
• Flexible and able to cover emergency situations at short notice.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information

Benefits:

• Competitive pay.
• Flexible weekend hours (10 hours each day over the weekend).
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, inclusive team environment.

If you’re an experienced Senior Care Professional looking for a rewarding weekend role, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those who need it most.

We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.