Senior Care Assistant

Nurse Seekers; Herne Bay; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£30,201.60 per annum

Full-time hours

Day shifts only

Dementia care environment

Supportive working atmosphere

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Nurse Seekers is recruiting for an experienced Senior Care Assistant to join a welcoming residential care home in Herne Bay, Kent. This full-time, days-only role offers a warm, dementia-focused environment where residents are at the heart of care.

You will support residents with personal care, mobility and nutrition, nurture dignity and independence, and work with a dedicated team. Full training and development opportunities are provided.

Salary: £30,201.60 per annum.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, reliable and experienced Senior Care Assistant with a genuine interest in dementia care.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care in accordance with individual care plans.
• Assisting residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, bathing and toileting.
• Supporting residents with mobility, moving and handling, continence care and the use of mobility aids.
• Providing sensitive and compassionate support to residents living with different forms of dementia.
• Promoting residents' dignity, privacy, independence and personal choices at all times.
• Developing positive relationships with residents and taking time to understand their individual personalities, preferences and life histories.
• Monitoring residents' health and wellbeing and reporting any changes or concerns to the appropriate senior management.
• Supporting residents with their nutritional needs and maintaining appropriate hydration.
• Providing reassurance and emotional support to residents who may experience confusion, anxiety or distress.
• Encouraging residents to participate in activities and supporting their social, emotional and physical wellbeing.
• Liaising professionally with relatives, colleagues and external healthcare professionals.

Job description

Senior Care Assistant - Herne Bay, Kent - AV2101

Location: Herne Bay, Kent
Hours: Full Time - Days
Salary: £30,201.60 per annum

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our client's welcoming residential care home, based in a pleasant coastal location in Herne Bay, Kent. The home specialises in providing residential care and support for older people living with dementia, offering a warm, friendly and homely environment.

Our client is committed to providing high-quality, person-centred dementia care, with a strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing, dignity and individuality. The home takes pride in looking beyond a person's diagnosis to understand their life experiences, personal preferences and individual needs, ensuring every resident feels valued, respected and supported.

The home benefits from a dedicated and experienced team of care professionals who are passionate about making a genuine difference to residents' lives. There is a strong focus on building meaningful relationships, maintaining independence wherever possible and ensuring residents receive the time, attention and reassurance they need.

Residents are encouraged to enjoy an active and fulfilling lifestyle, with a varied programme of activities and opportunities for social interaction. The home's coastal setting also provides a pleasant environment for residents, relatives and visitors to enjoy.

Our client is looking for a compassionate, reliable and experienced Senior Care Assistant who has a genuine interest in dementia care and is committed to delivering outstanding standards of care.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive care environment where residents are at the heart of everything, and where staff are encouraged to contribute positively to the quality of life and wellbeing of those in their care.

The Benefits

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will receive:

• £30,201.60 per annum.


• Full-time hours.


• Day shifts only.


• Opportunity to work within a specialist dementia care environment.


• A friendly and supportive working atmosphere.


• A varied and rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to residents' lives.


• Ongoing training and development opportunities.


• The opportunity to support, guide and develop other members of the care team.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Care Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care in accordance with individual care plans.


• Assisting residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, bathing and toileting.


• Supporting residents with mobility, moving and handling, continence care and the use of mobility aids.


• Providing sensitive and compassionate support to residents living with different forms of dementia.


• Promoting residents' dignity, privacy, independence and personal choices at all times.


• Developing positive relationships with residents and taking time to understand their individual personalities, preferences and life histories.


• Monitoring residents' health and wellbeing and reporting any changes or concerns to the appropriate senior management.


• Supporting residents with their nutritional needs and maintaining appropriate hydration.Providing reassurance and emotional support to residents who may experience confusion, anxiety or distress.


• Encouraging residents to participate in activities and supporting their social, emotional and physical wellbeing.


• Liaising professionally with relatives, colleagues and external healthcare professionals.


• Supporting the supervis