Senior Care Assistant

Avon Search & Selection; Northampton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Northampton is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join their dedicated team. The role involves providing high-quality care in a purpose-built residential facility, supporting residents' diverse needs, including those with dementia. This position offers ongoing training, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in care and relevant NVQ qualifications. Join a family-oriented team that values professionalism and fun.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Variety in daily tasks

Long term career opportunities

Annual Leave 28 days

FlexEarn program

No DBS fees

Employee assistance program

Blue Light Card discounts

Part of an award-winning organisation

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Care Assistant within a care home is desirable.
• Medication training would be extremely advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in a residential care facility.
• Support residents with dementia and residential needs.

Skills

Care Assistance

Client Care

Teamwork

Education

NVQ2 in Health & Social Care

NVQ3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Vacancy: Senior Care Assistant – AV1723

Hours: Full Time

Location: Northampton

Pay rate: £14.51 Per Hour

A Care Assistant is required at our Client’s fantastic purpose built Residential Care facility situated in Spinney Hill. The home offers the flexibility of respite care for short breaks andpermanent care for those who can no longer live at home. There is a separate purpose-built unit specialising in the care of residents who have dementia type illnesses in addition to support those residents with residential needs.

Benefits include...

• Ongoing training and development; including fully funded diplomas up to NVQ level 5.
• Variety – no two days are the same!
• Long term career opportunities
• Annual Leave 28 days
• FlexEarn - providing you with the opportunity to withdraw a portion of your wages in advance of payday, to increase your choice and financial wellbeing.
• No DBS fees.
• Employee assistance program to support your health and wellbeing.
• Blue Light Card offering a number of discounts across retail and hospitality.
• Being part of an award-winning organisation

Our Client’s ethos is to be family orientated, professional, hard-working, client-led and fun. A happy atmosphere is promoted by the Management, as this adds to the home's environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Care Provider who really cares.

Previous experience as a Care Assistant within a care home and an NVQ2/3 in Health & Social Care is desirable. Also, medication training would be extremely advantageous.

If you are interested in joining this friendly team, please apply below.