Senior Care Assistant

Maria Mallaband Care Group; Kingswood; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care provider in Kingswood seeks a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to provide personal care and support to residents. The ideal candidate should have experience in a care setting, possess Level 2 Health and Social Care qualifications, and have strong communication skills. This role offers a flexible work schedule and numerous benefits, emphasizing the importance of making a difference in others' lives.

Benefits

Simply Health cashback for prescriptions

Early Pay access to earned pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Training support and development opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a Care Home environment (Essential).
• Experience of working as a Senior Care Assistant (Essential).
• Committed and organised approach.

Responsibilities

• Care for residents' Physical, Psychological and Social needs.
• Assist residents with personal care activities.
• Lead a team in providing high-quality care.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Leadership experience

Flexible working

Kindness and courtesy

Education

Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care

Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (desirable)

Job description

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role. As a Senior Care Assistant for Maria Mallaband Care Group, we ask you to care for our residents like they are your own family, caring for their Physical, Psychological and Social needs. Assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing and assisting with meals.

We would love to hear from you if you have previously worked as a Senior Care Assistant, Senior Care Giver, Homecare Worker, in Social Care or as a Community Support Worker. Furze Hill Lodge is a Tudor-style building based in Kingswood, Surrey, that has been purposefully converted to suit the needs of 29 residents, many of whom are elderly, some recovering from illness or injury.

Above all, we're looking for kind and caring people who want a job where they can really make a difference to people's lives. Our successful candidate will have the following qualities and experience: Experience of leading a team. A committed and organised approach. A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Flexible to work shifts.

If you would like to use your care experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the best quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, then MMCG is a rewarding place to be. Additional experience desirable for this role: Previous experience working in a Care Home environment (Essential). Experience of working as a Senior Care Assistant (Essential). Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (desirable but not essential to commence in the role, although essential to complete on successful appointment of the role if not already obtained and much already have your level 2).

At Maria Mallaband Care Group, it's our people who make us great, and we pride ourselves on how well we work together as a team. Working with us will result in some excellent rewards & benefits including:

• Simply Health - company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children
• Early Pay - Access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform - discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.
• An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off total food bill
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Flexible working patterns
• Cycle to work scheme
• Service recognition
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership
• Become a Key worker and make a difference

Candidates must have their level 2, with Senior Care experience and be willing to complete their Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (if not already obtained) in order to be considered for this role. We offer our care staff flexible hours on full or part time basis over the 7 day week to offer a good work-life balance.