Senior Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning care home provider is seeking a passionate Senior Care Assistant to join their dedicated team. In this vital role, you will lead a team of Care Assistants, ensuring that residents receive the highest standard of care in a clean and supportive environment. With a focus on compassion and quality, you'll manage daily needs and foster a family-like atmosphere for both residents and staff. If you have a heart for seniors and a commitment to making a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity to grow within a caring and respected organization.

Benefits

One free meal per shift

Increased annual leave entitlement

Cycle to Work scheme

Milestone birthdays - extra day off

Company sick pay

Refer a Friend Scheme

Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in care delivery or as a Senior Care Assistant.
• Training in medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of Care Assistants.
• Managing the day-to-day needs of our residents.
• Delivering the highest standard of care.

Skills

Caring attitude

Excellent people skills

Customer service skills

Time management skills

Good communication skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Senior Care Assistant Position

Are you passionate about providing exceptional care for our senior residents? We are looking for a Senior Care Assistant to join our team! As a leader in senior care, you will play a crucial role in managing the day-to-day needs of our residents, ensuring the highest standard of care and maintaining a clean and tidy environment. If you have a heart for seniors and want to make a positive impact, apply now!

We offer some excellent rewards & benefits including:

• One free meal per shift for all team members.
• Increased annual leave entitlement. Team members who work with us for 3 years or more receive extra annual leave.
• Cycle to Work scheme – save on commuting costs and improve your health.
• Milestone birthdays - get an extra day off to celebrate that special birthday.
• Company sick pay over and above statutory entitlement (subject to length of service).
• Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals for all permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
• Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.

Location: Lambwood Heights, 244 Lambourne Rd, Chigwell IG7 6HX

Hours: 42 hours per week

Pay: £13.83 per hour

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Shift: Nights

We are an award-winning Care Home provider delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Joining our Homes means becoming part of our family, and we treat our colleagues the same way. If you are an enthusiastic Care Team Leader eager to make a difference, this is the right place for you!

What you will be doing:

• Leading a team of Care Assistants.
• Managing the day-to-day needs of our residents.
• Delivering the highest standard of care.
• Ensuring all areas are kept clean and tidy.
• Supporting family members and visitors.
• Assisting with meals and daily activities.

What you need to succeed:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in care delivery or as a Senior Care Assistant.
• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (or willing to enroll or working towards it).
• Training in medication administration.
• Excellent people and customer service skills.
• Ability to induct & supervise junior staff.
• Strong time management skills to delegate tasks effectively.
• Good communication skills – verbal and written, including maintaining care plans, and digital literacy.
• Caring attitude.
• Flexible and reliable.

Our mission is to provide exceptional homes where everyone can live, love, and be loved, and where everyone is part of our Family:

• Family
• Integrity
• Respect
• Exceptional
• Sustainable

Apply now

If you're ready to start your journey and make a difference, don’t delay – apply today!