Senior Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the care sector is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing exceptional care and support to residents while supervising and motivating fellow Care Assistants. You'll engage in meaningful activities, ensuring the well-being of residents and fostering strong relationships with families and team members. With a commitment to high standards and continuous development, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of others. If you are compassionate and driven, this could be the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Excellent pay rates + Bank holiday enhancements

SSSC registration fees paid

Company pension scheme

Disclosure and Barring Service/PVG application paid

Refer a Friend Scheme paying up to £500

Opportunity to join the Blue Light Card Scheme

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive Online Retail Discounts

Discounted Health Club memberships

Access to bespoke training opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant Health and Social qualification required.
• Experience in the Care Industry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to residents.
• Supervise and motivate Care Assistants effectively.
• Engage in daily activities and provide companionship.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Supervisory Skills

Education

SVQ Level 3 Qualification

Job description

Celebrating over 42 years in the care industry, Holmes Care Group is an award-winning, family-run care group, founded in 1982. The Group started with just one home and today employs over 1500 people across 23 homes around the UK!

From our Head Office in Upminster, Essex, we strive to ensure and oversee the best standards of care across our range of services.

Senior Care Assistant

Weekly Hours: 33

Join our growing team where we're dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents and their families. Our passionate staff are the driving force behind making this purpose a reality! Our company core values are inspired by TRUST: we are Thoughtful, Responsible, Unique, Striving for excellence and Together.

Benefits Package:

• Excellent pay rates + Bank holiday enhancements
• SSSC registration fees paid for (Scotland only)
• Company pension scheme
• Disclosure and Barring Service/PVG application paid for (permanent positions only)
• Refer a Friend Scheme paying up to £500
• Opportunity to join the Blue Light Card Scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Provider
• Exclusive Online Retail Discounts and Cash Back
• Discounted Health Club memberships
• Access to bespoke online and face to face training provided by Holmes Care Group
• Additional on-going training and development opportunities
• Recognition schemes including annual Staff Appreciation Week and annual National Care Awards

What does the day of a Senior Care Assistant look like?

As a naturally caring and compassionate person, you will play a pivotal part in delivering great quality, person-centred care to all residents. You will need to hold a relevant Health and Social qualification and have experience working in the Care Industry.

• Providing excellent care and support to residents
• Supervising and motivating all Care Assistants and to function efficiently as a member of the team
• Assisting residents in all aspects of their care needs, e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual
• Providing support and guidance to family members
• Assisting the trained Nurses and Unit Managers to lead and develop staff members
• Engaging in day to day activities and providing companionship to residents
• Maintaining good communication and developing effective working relationships with other team members
• Reporting on the wellbeing of residents and liaising with GPs and support Managers

To be considered for this role, you will need to hold a current SVQ Level 3 qualification.

If you are ready to start a new career with the UK’s leading care home group, apply now or contact us via email.