Evening Senior Care Assistant — Compassionate Support

Stonehaven Healthcare Ltd; Brixham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Stonehaven Healthcare Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant for The Lilacs home in Exeter. The role focuses on resident care, support with daily activities, and contributing to care plans to improve residents' quality of life.

Responsibilities include assisting with dressing, bathing, mobility, and continence; promoting activities; and ensuring hygiene and safety standards are met. Right-to-work in the UK required. Benefits and shifts discussed at interview.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care home, hospital, or similar kitchen environment is desirable but not essential.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills with ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Good communication skills with a professional and respectful approach to colleagues and residents.
• Compassionate and patient nature with a genuine interest in improving the lives of older or vulnerable people.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and carry out manual handling and cleaning tasks.

Responsibilities

• Care for residents and assist in developing individual care plans including nutrition and mobility needs.
• Assist with dressing, bathing and toileting for residents.
• Support with mobility, continence, and use of aids and personal equipment.
• Care for residents who are temporarily sick or require minor dressings.
• Support residents who are dying and provide comfort and dignity.
• Make and change beds, tidy rooms, and assist with light cleaning.
• Inspect laundry and liaise with the housekeeper for repairs.
• Promote mental and physical activities by engaging residents in reading, hobbies and outings when possible.
• Ensure compliance with Food Hygiene and health and safety regulations.
• Liaise with Care Home Manager, local Authority Social Services, residents and relatives.
• Undertake other duties as requested by the Care Home Manager.
• Record petty cash and residents funds transactions accurately.
• Be mindful of the home’s reputation and health and safety.
• Answer call bells, front door, telephone and welcome visitors.

Skills

Staff supervision

Training & development

Rotas management

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Physical fitness

Job description

Stonehaven Healthcare Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant for The Lilacs home in Exeter. The role focuses on resident care, support with daily activities, and contributing to care plans to improve residents' quality of life.

Responsibilities include assisting with dressing, bathing, mobility, and continence; promoting activities; and ensuring hygiene and safety standards are met. Right-to-work in the UK required. Benefits and shifts discussed at interview.