Senior Care Assistant

Gold Care Homes; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the United Kingdom is seeking dedicated support staff to assist residents with daily living activities. This role involves training junior team members and maintaining high standards of personal and psychological care in a friendly and safe environment. With a compensation of £13.00 per hour and various perks including professional development opportunities, this is a great chance for compassionate individuals looking to make a difference in their community.

Benefits

Salary Advance

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional Development

Employee of the Month

Long term service awards

Blue Light Card

Refer a Friend

Qualifications

• Experience in care or support roles.
• Ability to assist with personal and psychological care.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with clients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities.
• Support junior staff with training under supervision.
• Report on client well-being to appropriate personnel.
• Complete necessary documentation and records.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team training

Communication skills

Job description

About Our Home :

Nestled in the bustling heart of Hemel Hempstead, Queensway House isn’t just a care home—it’s a haven where every corner is crafted with love and every moment is tailored for joy. Just a stone’s throw from shopping delights and transport conveniences, our residents find solace in our expansive grounds, cinematic escapes, and tranquil meditation spots. But it’s the personal touch, the dedication of our teams like Paul, who transform seasons within our walls, that truly makes Queensway a finalist-worthy home. Here, care is an art, and every day is a masterpiece in the making. Welcome to Queensway House.

If you have experience and want to share our values and delivering our aim by :

• Being responsive and showing compassion to the individual needs of all.
• Providing residents and staff with a warm, friendly, healthy and safe environment to live and work
• Establishing a person‑centred approach to care.
• Building the best team by encouraging training and self‑development of all.

What does the role involve?

• Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting / assisting residents, when required, with all aspects of daily living.
• Support training and supervision of junior and new Staff Members in all aspects of their work in the Home, under the supervision of senior Staff Members.
• Answer Nurse Call system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly and pass on messages promptly.
• Report on well‑being of Clients and liaise with GPs and Support Managers etc.
• Carry out regular checks on Clients at intervals determined by senior Staff Members.
• Deliver a high level of personal and psychological care to all residents in a professional manner, arranging rotas to meet their care requirements e.g. medications; toileting; bathing; etc.
• Complete records where required to a satisfactory standard. Ensuring the changeover and Keyworker documentation are fully completed within the timeframes agreed.

What we can offer you :

• £13.00 Per Hour
• ESAS – Salary Advance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Perkbox
• Employee of the Month
• Long term service awards
• Blue Light Card
• Professional Development
• Refer a Friend