Senior Care Assistant

Agincare; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-run business dedicated to providing exceptional care since 1986. As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of residents at Norton Lees Care Home. Your responsibilities will include delivering person-centred care, administering medication, and leading social activities to foster a vibrant community. With outstanding career development opportunities and fully funded training up to QCF level 5, this position offers a rewarding path in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Refer a friend scheme

Outstanding career development opportunities

Fully funded training

Blue Light care discount package

Company pension scheme

On-demand pay

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months right to work in the UK.
• Experience in providing personal care and support.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care, including bathing and dressing.
• Administer medication safely and lead social activities.
• Support and mentor new staff members.

Skills

Person-centred care

Medication administration

Care planning

Mentoring staff

Education

QCF level 5

Job description

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Job Introduction

Are you an experienced care professional looking for a new challenge? Are you seeking to apply your skills in a rewarding environment with our welcoming and specialised support team at Norton Lees care home?

Join the Agincare family as a Senior Care Assistant.

Where you'll be working

• Click here to view the care home: Norton Lees Care Home

Benefits of working with us

• £12.51 per hour
• Refer a friend scheme earning up to £1000
• Outstanding career development opportunities
• Fully funded training up to QCF level 5
• Blue Light care discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On-demand pay

What is required from you?

• A minimum of 12 months right to work in the UK

A day in the life of a Senior Care Assistant

• Provide person-centred care, including bathing, dressing, and oral care, respecting residents' preferences and promoting independence and choice.
• Contribute to and conduct care reviews to ensure resident plans meet their needs.
• Administer medication safely, supportively, and in compliance with regulations.
• Lead and participate in social activities, outings, and engagements within the home.
• Support and mentor new and existing staff, and potentially lead the home in the absence of senior management.

About Agincare

We are a family-run business supporting people since 1986, with over 4,500 team members across more than 100 locations in England, including care and nursing homes, home care, supported living, and more.

We are committed to supporting care leavers and offer a guaranteed interview or an informal chat about career opportunities. All our services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

We value diversity and are an equal opportunities employer. Applications from all backgrounds are welcome.

*Refer a friend bonuses are subject to terms and conditions.