Senior Care Assistant

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Kingston near Lewes; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Harwich, Essex is looking for a dedicated Senior Care Assistant. You will lead a team to provide high-quality care to residents, support their personal needs, and manage medication records. Candidates must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care. This role offers a competitive salary of £14.33 per hour with various benefits including 28 days holiday, access to training, and career progression.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Life assurance

Access to training courses

Career progression opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Free uniform and DBS check

Qualifications

• Must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care.
• Experience leading and motivating a team is essential.
• Must maintain accurate records and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of care assistants.
• Support residents with their personal care needs.
• Administer medication and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Passionate about caring for older people

Previous care experience

Patience

Communication and listening skills

Ability to lead by example

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to work in an exceptional residential care home based in the Harwich, Essex area. This is a purpose-built care home for people with residential or dementia care needs. A dedicated and compassionate team ensure everyone receives the person-centred care that they deserve, tailored to their individual needs and preferences.

To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care.

Responsibilities

• You will lead and inspire a team of committed care assistants to provide the highest quality of care to our residents enabling them to live later life well
• Supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing
• You will administer medication and maintain clear and accurate records

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (required)
• Passionate about caring for older people
• Previous care experience
• Experience leading, coaching and motivating a team to deliver high quality care
• Kind, warm and caring nature with the ability to work well as part of a team and use your own initiative
• Patience, communication and listening skills
• Maintaining accurate records, time management and prioritising tasks
• Ability to lead by example and energise colleagues to deliver exceptional care

Benefits and details

• Salary: £14.33 per hour (up to £32,787.04 per annum)
• Permanent vacancies for day and night shifts
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and option to buy annual leave
• Life assurance
• Discount scheme with retail stores and online purchases
• Access to training courses and qualifications
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Employee assistance programme with free counselling and legal advice
• Chaplaincy and pastoral support
• Wellbeing resources
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Family friendly policies
• Long service awards
• Free uniform and DBS check
• Cycle2Work salary sacrifice scheme
• Healthcare scheme at competitive rates

How to apply

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [e-mail]

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