Senior Care Assistant

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Castleford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Castleford is looking for a Senior Care Assistant to provide high-quality care for residents. You will assist with personal and social needs while leading a team. Ideal candidates have senior care experience and a Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care. We offer flexible working hours and development opportunities. Apply now to make a difference!

Benefits

Pension Scheme with Nest

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Must have senior care experience.
• Willingness to complete Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification if not already obtained.
• Previous care home experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, hygiene, dressing, and meals.
• Address the physical, psychological, and social needs of residents.

Skills

Experience leading a team

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Flexibility to work shifts

Education

Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care

Job description

About the Role

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the job location.

At Maria Mallaband Care Group, our people make us great, and we pride ourselves on teamwork.

Working with us offers excellent rewards & benefits including:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical, dental costs, 24/7 virtual GP access, and more for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay – access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform – discounts across retailers, leisure, hospitality, etc.
• Exclusive Tastecard discount – up to 50% off dining out
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Flexible working patterns
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completing a 12-week probationary period before access.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleagues below the National Living Wage.

About the Role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will care for residents like family, addressing their physical, psychological, and social needs. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, hygiene, dressing, and meals. We welcome applicants with experience as a Senior Care Assistant, Senior Care Giver, Homecare Worker, Social Care worker, or Community Support Worker.

We offer flexible hours on a full or part-time basis across the 7-day week for a good work-life balance.

*Candidates must have Level 2 qualification, senior care experience, and be willing to complete Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification if not already obtained.

"Become a Key worker and make a difference"

About You

We seek kind and caring individuals who want to make a difference. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience leading a team
• A committed and organized approach
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility to work shifts

If you want to use your care skills in a caring organization, MMCG is a rewarding place to work.

Additional desirable experience includes:

• Previous care home experience (Essential)
• Experience as a Senior Care Assistant (Essential)
• Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification (desirable but not essential initially, but required upon appointment)

Apply now

If you're ready to start as a Senior Care Assistant with Maria Mallaband Care Group, apply today!

Manor Park

Manor Park Care Home in Castleford, West Yorkshire, provides residential, nursing, and dementia care for 73 residents. The home features en-suite bedrooms, communal lounges, a cinema room, indoor garden, and pleasant gardens for relaxation and socialising. Residents enjoy home-cooked, nutritious meals.