Senior Care Assistant

Pulse Healthcare; Chorley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join their state-of-the-art care home in Chorley. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide premium personal and dementia care while working in a vibrant environment equipped with modern amenities. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will guide and support your team, administer medication, and ensure high standards of care. With a competitive salary, welcome bonus, and various benefits, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of residents. Join a dedicated team and advance your career in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Welcome bonus of £1000

Paid Breaks

Overtime paid at £15.35 per hour

Company Workplace Pension Scheme

Health Cash Plan Benefits Package

Discounted gym membership

Employee assistance program

Access to Blue Light Card Membership

Professional growth opportunities

Free DBS check and free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in elderly and dementia care settings.
• Demonstrated experience working overnight shifts.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support the care assistants.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop personalised care plans.

Skills

Elderly Care

Dementia Care

Risk Assessment

Medication Administration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Base pay range

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Salary range: £30,248.40 per year + Paid Breaks + Overtime paid at £15.35 per hour

Hours: Full-time Monday - Friday Night shifts. There is a two-week rolling rota for hours between 8pm - 8am

Location: Chorley

About the role:

Working in a brand-new, state-of-the-art 90-bed care home in Chorley, offering premium personal, dementia, and respite care over three floors. The home features high-quality furnishings, video calling facilities, and an array of amenities, including a beauty salon, ice cream parlour, and cinema room, providing residents with a vibrant and enriching environment.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will act as a role model, offering guidance and support to the care team. You will be responsible for administering medication, identifying signs of deterioration in residents’ conditions, and directing care appropriately. The role requires confidence in liaising with healthcare professionals and promoting high standards of care.

There is a two-week rolling rota for hours between 8pm - 8am

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday

What’s in it for you as a Senior Care Assistant:

• Welcome bonus of £1000
• Overtime paid at £15.35 per hour
• Company Workplace Pension Scheme.
• Health Cash Plan Benefits Package, including discounted gym membership and employee assistance program.
• Access to Blue Light Card Membership.
• professional growth opportunities.
• Refer a Friend scheme.
• Free DBS check and free on-site parking.

Your main responsibilities as a Senior Care Assistant:

• Mentor and support the care assistants, providing knowledge and a caring management style.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop personalised care plans.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements set by the Care Quality Commission.

What we are looking for in a Senior Care Assistant:

• Proven experience in elderly care and dementia care settings.
• Demonstrated experience working overnight shifts and a genuine commitment to person-centred care.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.

Next steps:

If you are interested to hear more, either hit the APPLY NOW button or reach out to Lucy on 020 4602 4083 or [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Hospitals, and Health and Human Services

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