Night Senior Care Assistant

Westward Care Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected care provider in Leeds is seeking a Night Senior Care Assistant. In this role, you will deliver high-quality care, supervise daily routines, and support staff development while ensuring residents' emotional and psychological well-being. The ideal candidate must possess a Level 3 certification in Health and Social Care and be adept in medication administration. Join a passionate team committed to quality care and improving residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Experience in medication administration is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of care and supervision for residents.
• Coordinate and supervise staff on shift.
• Communicate effectively with managers and care staff.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Supervision

Education

Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Night Senior Care AssistantFull Time and Part Time position availableOVERALL 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.About the roleKEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:Resident Care and SupervisionProvide, 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 DevelopmentWork 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 TeamworkCommunicate 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 SafetyEnsure 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 DutiesBe 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.About the companyWe 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.Required Criteria

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