Night and Day Senior Care Assistant

SeeMeHired.com; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Leeds is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to deliver high standards of care and support to residents. The role involves supervising staff, developing care plans, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Candidates must hold a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care and be committed to enhancing residents' quality of life.

Benefits

Free parking

Referral bonus

Employee of the Month

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Must have Medication Administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide, oversee, and monitor daily routines for residents.
• Supervise staff on shift ensuring high standards of care.
• Assist with the administration of medication.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Full Time and Part Time position available

OVERALL OBJECTIVES:

Provide physical and emotional support and care for the residents of the home, maintaining high standards of care and supervision of daily routines.

Assist in providing a stable and caring environment that underpins the residents' emotional and psychological well-being.

Support residents in continuing the expression of their culture, faith, and values.

Develop a good working relationship with managers and be involved in staff training and development.

Take charge of a shift in the absence of the Home Manager.

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Location: Cedars Care Home, The Cedars Residential Home, Church Side, Methley, Leeds, England, West Yorkshire, LS26 9BH

Date Posted: 13th May 2025

Closing Date: 31st May 2025

Job Type: Full time

About the role

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

Resident Care and Supervision

Provide, oversee, supervise, and monitor the daily routine to ensure consistent high standards of resident care.

Be in charge as required, organizing the workload and supervising the staff.

Develop a good working relationship with the Enhanced Senior and the management team.

Communicate effectively between Managers and care staff, both written and verbally.

Contribute to and adhere to the development of individual care plans concerning hygiene, bathing, continence management, mobility, feeding, dressing, and general care.

Assist with the administration of medication in accordance with medication procedures.

Promote a friendly, homely atmosphere at all times.

Assist residents with their activities of daily living.

Assist with domestic/housekeeping tasks, maintain general tidiness, and promote a homely atmosphere.

Greet visitors, ensure general security policies are adhered to, answer the telephone, and screen calls as required.

Staff Supervision and Development

Work in conjunction with the Deputy Manager and be involved with the induction of new care and domestic staff, keeping any required records.

Supervise staff on shift, ensuring high standards of care, adherence to procedures, and safety while at work.

Ensure the Home Manager and Deputy Manager are informed of any problems or developments regarding staff, residents, or support services in a timely manner.

Communication and Teamwork

Communicate effectively with managers, care staff, residents, and visitors.

Maintain confidentiality and discretion in communicating personal matters to senior and other members of staff and residents.

Uphold the key principles of residents' rights, citizenship, independence, choice, privacy, fulfillment, and dignity.

Respect residents' beliefs and values, arranging visits to places of worship and clergy visits as needed.

Assist residents with reading and general intellectual stimulation, and support them in pursuing outside interests and activities.

Participate in team meetings and individual meetings with the Line Manager as required.

Health and Safety

Ensure conformance with the company's health and safety at work policy, by self and staff.

Accompany healthcare professionals to resident rooms, provide a full report to the person in charge, and complete relevant documents if required.

Assist with the care of the dying.

Other Duties

Be accountable for undertaking specific responsibilities as directed by the Home Manager.

Undertake appropriate training as determined by the Home Manager.

Carry out other duties as may be reasonably required by the Deputy Manager/Enhanced Senior.

What you will need

Required criteria

• Must have Level 3 in Health and Social Care
• Must have Medication Administration

Apply now

We are one of Leeds’ most respected health and social care providers, with a proven track record in providing award-winning care and support to older people in Leeds locations including Headingley, Methley, Beeston and Roundhay. Our network of care homes and independent living apartments is small enough to provide quality and individual care, but large enough to provide care services that are right for you, even if your circumstances change.

We passionately believe that happiness is just as important as health and that quality care should always go hand in hand with quality of life, and do all we can to make you and your loved ones feel at ease from day one.

Passionate about making a difference

Here at Westward Care, we all share the same ambition – to deliver the very best care and support. It’s our aim to make a real difference, always prioritising health and happiness in everything we do. And with our on-going training and development, we’re always learning new ways of meeting the changing needs of older people.

Quality. We aim high when it comes to our care and our facilities. We settle for nothing short of excellence.

Respect. We give all our residents the freedom to live a full and active life, respecting their privacy and dignity, giving them the support they need to control their own lives.

Integrity. We take pride in our openness and honesty, keeping the promises we make to our residents and to each other – building confidence and trust.

Service. Customer Service defines everything about our approach to care and support. We always go the extra mile for our residents and their families.

Free parking

Referral bonus

Employee of the Month

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