Senior Care Assistant

Jupiter Recruitment

Ormskirk

On-site

GBP 14,754 - 18,032

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Life assurance

Discount scheme with retail stores

Access to training courses

Genuine career progression

Employee assistance programme

Free uniform and DBS check

Healthcare scheme at competitive rates

Job summary

A leading health care provider in the UK is seeking a committed Senior Care Assistant to join their exceptional care home in Ormskirk. This part-time position involves leading a team to provide top-quality care for residents, administering medication, and supporting personal care needs. The successful candidate will receive an hourly wage of £14.33, with generous benefits including 28 days holiday, life assurance, and access to training courses. If you have a passion for caring for older people, apply now.

Qualifications

Must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care.
Experienced in providing personal care.
Ability to lead by example and form positive relationships.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Passionate about caring for older people

Previous care experience

Experience leading and motivating a team

Communication and listening skills

Time management and prioritising tasks

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Care Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in the Ormskirk, Lancashire area.You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This is a purpose‑built care facility, designed for both residential care for older people and also dementia care and is staffed by a team of highly‑qualified professionals

**To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care** As a Senior Care Assistant your key duties include:

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

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

Passionate about caring for older people
Previous care experience
Experience leading, coaching and motivating a team to deliver high quality care
You will have a kind, warm and caring nature and be able to work well as part of a team but also use your own initiative
Patience, communication and listening skills are equally important
Maintaining accurate records, time management and prioritising tasks will also be strengths
Ability to lead by example, form positive relationships and energise colleagues to deliver exceptional care then we'd love to hear from you

The successful Senior Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £14.33 per hour and the annual salary is £16,393.52 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent part time role for 22 hours a week working through Nights. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave
Life assurance
A discount scheme which includes savings with retail stores and online purchases
Access to a number of nationally recognised training courses and qualifications
Genuine career progression and development opportunities
Employee assistance programme including free counselling and legal advice
Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support
Access to 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