Senior Care Assistant

NHS; Walsall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Walsall is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant for their Walstead Place care home. This role involves providing compassionate support to residents, leading a care team, and ensuring the well-being of elderly individuals. Candidates should have relevant experience and a qualification in health and social care. This position offers a full-time contract with competitive pay and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care setting is essential.
• Strong understanding of the needs of elderly residents.
• Relevant qualification in health and social care or similar field is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities of residents.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of residents.
• Guide and mentor the care team.

Skills

Previous experience in a care setting

Understanding the needs of elderly residents

Compassionate and empathetic approach

Leadership and mentoring skills

Education

Relevant qualification in health and social care

Job description

Overview

Senior Care Assistant role at Aria Healthcare's Walstead Place care home in Lindfield, Haywards Heath. The role involves providing compassionate care and support to residents while taking on a leadership role to encourage development and growth of the care team.

About the Home

• Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
• 41 bedded Residential care Home
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the Role

• Senior Care Assistant
• Full Time - 48 hours - Nights - alternate weekends
• £13.10 per hour

What Will Aria Care Offer You?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

Responsibilities

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting with the daily living activities of residents, ensuring their safety and well-being, and providing emotional support. You will also take on a leadership role, guiding and mentoring the care team, and promoting a positive and inclusive work environment. The role requires a compassionate and empathetic approach, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

Essential: Applicants should have previous experience working in a care setting and a strong understanding of the needs of elderly residents. A relevant qualification in health and social care or a similar field would be an advantage.

Other Requirements

• This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
• Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

• Employer name: Aria Care
• Address: Aria Healthcare, Walstead, RH16 2QG
• Employer's website: https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)