Senior Care Assistant

Anchor Hanover; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing exceptional care in a supportive environment. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will lead a team, ensuring high standards of care while mentoring less experienced staff. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of residents, all while enjoying a range of benefits designed to support your health and happiness. With flexible working options and a commitment to personal and professional development, this position is perfect for those looking to grow their career in a rewarding field.

Benefits

Gym, fitness, and wellbeing discounts

Mental health support

Flexible working options

Online GP appointments

Pension plan with employer contributions

Quick pension transfer service

Financial advice, loans, and life assurance

Shopping, holiday, phone, and technology discounts

Personal and professional development programs

Leadership online resources

Qualifications

• Experience in managing medication and care plans.
• Ability to mentor and supervise junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team to ensure high standards of care.
• Oversee medication administration and staff supervisions.

Skills

Medication Management

Care Plan Review

Mentoring

Team Leadership

Education

Diploma/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board.

At Anchor, we focus on making our care homes not just luxury places for residents but also wonderful workplaces for our team members. We are committed to finding exceptional, caring individuals who want to join our team.

The Role:

We are seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a small team, ensuring high standards of care and overseeing the smooth operation of a specific floor during each shift.

As a Senior Care Assistant, your responsibilities include managing and administering medication, reviewing and updating resident care plans, mentoring less experienced staff, conducting return-to-work discussions, and staff supervisions.

This busy role prioritizes our residents' needs. You will become part of the care home family, and our team members are what make our home a great place to live and work!

Hours of work:

Your hours will be 08:00 - 20:00, working on a rolling rota of three shifts on, three shifts off, averaging 42 hours per week.

Candidate Requirements:

You should have achieved or be working towards a Diploma/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, demonstrating your commitment and passion for care. You should be excited to work as part of a dynamic team, ensuring the home adheres to all requirements and procedures as the 'senior' in charge.

Please note: All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Why work at Anchor?

Anchor is England's largest not-for-profit provider of care and housing for older people. We invest all our profits back into our residents, staff, and facilities, ensuring better care, wages, training, and amenities.

Benefits:

Health & Happiness

• Gym, fitness, and wellbeing discounts
• Mental health support
• Flexible working options
• Online GP appointments

Finance

• Pension plan with employer contributions
• Quick pension transfer service
• Financial advice, loans, and life assurance
• Shopping, holiday, phone, and technology discounts

Career:

• Personal and professional development programs
• Leadership online resources
• Career progression opportunities

For our full benefits, visit https://anchorbeingwell.co.uk/

Diversity and Inclusion:

Anchor is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion through various networks and initiatives, including LGBT+ and Disability networks, and are committed to being an inclusive employer, holding various accreditations and pledges.