Regional Senior Care Assistant (Travel & Impact)

Barchester Healthcare; Bedlington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training and development

Wellbeing tools

Retail discounts

Refer a Friend bonus

Employee of the Month

Long Service Awards

Job summary

HealthJobs4U Ltd seeks a Regional Senior Care Assistant to deliver warm, empathetic care across a 20-mile radius for Barchester care homes. You will monitor care, contribute to person-centred plans, and record vital observations such as temperature and blood pressure.

The role requires Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care with progression to NVQ 3, and a driving licence or access to a car. Mileage is covered after five miles from home; a Good rating bonus may apply.

Qualifications

• Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care is essential with a view to complete an NVQ 3.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above is preferred.
• Dedicated and compassionate, ability to travel across the area and support residents.

Responsibilities

• Monitor delivery of care on duty and support person-centred care planning.
• Record observations (temperature, blood pressure, etc.) and report changes.
• Provide care and companionship, ensuring residents enjoy meaningful one-to-one time.
• Assist in travel across the 20-mile radius, with mileage covered after five miles from home.

Skills

Empathy

People skills

Car ownership

Education

Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care

NVQ 3

GCSE English and Maths (C or above)

Job description

HealthJobs4U Ltd seeks a Regional Senior Care Assistant to deliver warm, empathetic care across a 20-mile radius for Barchester care homes. You will monitor care, contribute to person-centred plans, and record vital observations such as temperature and blood pressure.

The role requires Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care with progression to NVQ 3, and a driving licence or access to a car. Mileage is covered after five miles from home; a Good rating bonus may apply.