Senior Care Assistant

Oakland Central Ltd; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior care provider in Gillingham is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and manage daily resident needs. The ideal candidate must have at least 2 years of care experience and a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care. Responsibilities include delivering high-quality care, assisting with meals, and maintaining a clean environment. This is a full-time role with competitive pay and excellent benefits.

Benefits

1 free meal per shift

Enhanced Bank Holiday pay

Increased Annual Leave entitlement

Cycle to Work scheme

Milestone Birthdays

Company sick pay

Refer a Friend Scheme

Long service awards

Health Cash Plan

Death in Service Benefit

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in delivering care or as a Senior Care Assistant.
• Trained in medication administration.
• Experience leading a team of Care Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of Care Assistants.
• Managing the day-to-day needs of our residents.
• Ensuring all areas are kept clean and tidy.

Skills

Excellent people and customer service skills

Good communication skills

Time management skills

Caring attitude

Ability to induct & supervise junior staff

Flexible and reliable

Education

Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care

Job description

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:

• We offer all team members 1 free meal per shift.
• Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.
• Increased Annual Leave entitlement. Team members who work with us for 3 years or more, get extra annual leave.
• Cycle to Work scheme – Why not save money on commuting costs and improve your health at the same time.
• Milestone Birthdays - get an EXTRA day off to celebrate that special birthday.
• Company sick pay which is over and above the 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.
• Long service awards.
• Health Cash Plan (subject to T&Cs)
• Death in Service Benefit (subject to T&Cs)

And much more……….

Location: Osbern Manor, 26-28 Hoath Lane, Wigmore, Gillingham, Kent ME8 0SW

Hours: 42 hours per week

Pay: £13.83 per hour

Contract: Full-time

Shift: Days includes weekends

We are an award-winning Care Home provider who deliver high quality, kind and compassionate care. For our residents, joining one of our Homes is like joining our family - and we make that no different for our new colleagues. If you are an enthusiastic Care Team Leader who wants to make a real difference, then you have come to the right place!

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:

• At least a minimum of 2 years’ experience in delivering care or as a Senior Care Assistant.
• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (or willing to sign up/ or working towards it)
• Trained in medication administration.
• Excellent people and customer service skills.
• Ability to induct & supervise junior staff.
• Time management skills to delegate tasks within a team.
• Good communication skills – verbal (great communication within the team and to other external professionals) and writing (ability to write and maintain care plans) & digital skills.
• Caring attitude.
• Flexible and reliable.

Our mission is to provide exceptional homes for people to live, love and be loved 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, then don’t delay and apply today!