Senior Care Assistant

Brook Street UK; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care services provider in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to deliver high-quality care tailored to individual resident needs. This role involves supporting management, enhancing residents' dignity, and leading junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care and prior experience in a senior role. The position offers flexibility and competitive pay with additional holiday benefits.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Must have experience as a Senior/Shift Lead or higher.
• Experience working with residents in a care environment.
• Capability to monitor health conditions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of physical and emotional care.
• Act as a role model for junior staff.
• Contribute to care planning and promote dignity.

Skills

Experience as a Senior/Shift Lead

Knowledge of Health and Social Care

Ability to promote independence

Education

Minimum Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant

Location: Cardiff (CF3)
Hours: Often 12 hours, days and/or nights

Contract: Flexible/Agency - offered based on your availability
Salary: Up to £14.50 per hour (PAYE)

Holiday pay is separate, NOT inclusive of your hourly pay. i.e. £12.50 + holiday pay

About the Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll work closely with Management to deliver high standards of physical, emotional, and social care tailored to individual needs. You'll act as a role model for junior staff, led by example on shift, contribute to care planning, and help promote independence and dignity in a safe and stimulating environment. Additionally, you will assist residents where necessary, with personal needs, toileting requirements, use of mobility aids. Furthermore, you will be contributing to activities and day care programs that residents can engage in to improve their quality of life alongside monitoring residents' conditions closely and promptly report any changes.

It is essential that you have a minimum of a level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care and have experience as a senior/shift lead or higher.

You will help management ensure that everyone in the home works together to keep the home running smoothly and efficiently. Additionally, regularly observe and monitor residents' health c...