Senior Care Assistant

Audley Group; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community care organization is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to mentor and supervise a team of carers while ensuring high standards of care are maintained. This role involves supporting the development of services and participating in marketing activities, requiring NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and relevant care experience. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

45p per mile for travel

Company pension scheme with 5% contribution

28 days holiday

50% discount at restaurants

Guest suites at staff rates

Learning and development opportunities

Employee discount portal access

Healthcare Cash Plan Scheme

Free uniform

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of care experience in a domiciliary care environment.
• Holding a full driving license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-level care service, supervise a team of carers.
• Provide in-house training to Personal Care Assistants.
• Ensure service delivery compliance with Audley policies.

Skills

Mentorship

Supervision

Care Standards

Education

National Vocational Qualification Level 3 (NVQ 3)

Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Audley Care is a well-established community care organisation, with offices based at the 5* luxury Audley. We are actively looking for a Senior Care Assistant to work between our office (or home-based) and out in the community providing support and guidance to our carers.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be a mentor and supervisor to our Home Care Assistants. You will work closely with the office team to maintain high care standards.

Responsibilities may include:

• Delivering a high-level care service, including personal, social, and housekeeping services.
• Supervising a team of carers, providing support and assistance as needed.
• Ensuring service delivery in accordance with all Audley policies, procedures, and practices.
• Providing in-house training to care assistants when required.
• Signing off as competent all developing Personal Care Assistants as they demonstrate competence and the Audley behaviours.
• Supporting the introduction of new clients and the development of the service into new areas.
• Carrying out duties as assigned by the Registered Manager.

What we’re looking for:

To be a lead member of our team, you’ll need to inspire and develop a team, excelling as a mentor. You should have a passion for delivering and developing a high standard care service compliant with relevant policies. You will be involved in expanding services and brand development, representing Audley Care, and participating in marketing & PR activities across the area.

You need to hold a National Vocational Qualification Level 3 (NVQ 3), Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or be working towards it. Additionally, you should have at least 1 year of care experience in a domiciliary care environment and hold a full driving license with access to your own vehicle.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary
• 45p per mile paid to cover travel
• Company pension scheme with a 5% contribution
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• 50% discount on food and drinks at our restaurants nationwide
• Guest suites at staff rates at our luxury villages nationwide
• Excellent learning and development opportunities through our Audley Academy
• Free membership to our employee discount portal
• Free membership to our Healthcare Cash Plan Scheme
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Free uniform and more…

Audley Group is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. See also ‘DE&I policy/statement’.

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