Relief Senior Care Assistant - Lawnfield House

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional care in a nurturing environment. This role as a Relief Senior Care Assistant involves leadership and management responsibilities to ensure the highest standards of care for residents. With a focus on meeting the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of individuals, you will play a vital role in promoting well-being within the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church. Enjoy benefits like free meals, training, and enhanced leave while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those you care for.

Benefits

Discount card for local shops

Free staff meals

Free uniform

Free training

Enhanced annual leave

Free Access NI registration

Enhanced maternity pay

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care required.
• 2+ years experience caring for older people or individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead staff to ensure high standards of care.
• Comply with statutory requirements for residents' needs.

Skills

Care Planning

Understanding vulnerable adults' needs

Quality Assurance knowledge

Medication management

Experience with older people

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 Award in Health and Social Care

Willingness to pursue NVQ/QCF Level 3

Willingness to pursue NVQ/QCF Assessors Award

Job description

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Relief Senior Care Assistant - Lawnfield House, Newcastle upon Tyne

Client:

Presbyterian Church in Ireland

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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13

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Responsibilities include management and staff leadership to promote and ensure the highest standards of care, complying with statutory requirements to meet the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of residents within the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.

• Knowledge and experience of Care Planning
• Understanding the needs of vulnerable adults and their families
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance and monitoring standards
• Knowledge of the Regulation Quality & Improvement Authority role
• Minimum NVQ/QCF Level 2 Award in Health and Social Care, with a willingness to work towards Level 3
• Willingness to pursue NVQ/QCF Assessors Award
• At least 2 years’ experience caring for older people, individuals with disabilities, or mental health needs
• Experience in medication management, including ordering, receiving, administering, and storage
• Flexibility to work hours beyond normal shifts, including weekends
• Maintaining registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council is required
• Willingness to work within the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland

Benefits include:

• Discount card – discounts in local shops and restaurants
• Free – staff meals, uniform, and training
• Enhanced – annual leave
• Free – Access NI and NISCC registration
• Enhanced – maternity pay and pension scheme