Senior Care Assistant

Avery Healthcare; Burley-in-Wharfedale; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to join their award-winning team. The role focuses on delivering high standards of personal care, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for residents. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience in a similar setting.

Benefits

Supportive environment for growth and development

DBS check costs covered

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in a similar environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• A positive attitude towards supporting residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring residents' wellbeing and updating care plans.
• Participating in person-centered care planning and evaluations.
• Supporting residents with medication requirements.

Skills

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 3 in care

Job description

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We are seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Senior Care Assistant. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a positive impact on residents' lives, we would love to hear from you!

Package Description

At Avery Healthcare, we support those who care for our residents, recognizing their hard work and dedication. We offer a caring and supportive environment with opportunities for growth and development. Our culture values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.

About The Role

Your main focus will be to support the Care team in delivering high standards of personal care, ensuring a safe, caring, and inclusive environment for residents, visitors, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring residents' wellbeing and updating care plans accordingly.
• Participating in person-centered care planning and evaluations.
• Supporting residents with medication requirements.
• Supporting staff through supervision and development.
• Acting as a key contact for residents, relatives, visitors, and health professionals, ensuring concerns are addressed appropriately.

About You

To succeed, you should embody our values of caring, supportiveness, honesty, respect, and accountability.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• At least 2 years' experience in a similar environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• A positive attitude towards supporting residents and staff.
• Flexibility to cover various responsibilities.

Additional Information

• A DBS check will be required, with costs covered by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care