Senior Care Assistant

Avon Search; West Alvington; Sur place; GBP 29 000 - 35 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

28 days annual leave

On-site parking

Training & development

Fully funded NVQ Level 5

Refer a friend bonus

Sage benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card

Free refreshments

Paid breaks

Résumé du poste

Avon Search is recruiting a Senior Care Assistant for a purpose-built residential facility in Dawlish, set within 9 acres of grounds. The role is full-time, offering a pay rate of £14.65 per hour and an annual salary of £31,995.60, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

You will deliver person-centred care, support and lead care staff, with opportunities for training and NVQ qualifications up to Level 5. The ideal candidate has NVQ Level 4 in Health & Social Care and experience in aged care.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 4 in Health & Social Care or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Ability to support and lead care staff effectively.
• Experience with medication would be highly advantageous.
• Genuine passion for supporting older people and maintaining dignity.

Responsabilités

• Provide person-centred care to residents in a residential home.
• Support and lead care staff to ensure high standards of care.
• Contribute to a warm, welcoming and professional home environment.
• Participate in ongoing training and development.

Connaissances

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

People leadership

Formation

NVQ Level 4 in Health & Social Care

Equivalent qualification

Description du poste

Senior Care Assistant – AV2067A

Location: Dawlish
Hours: Full Time
Pay Rate: £14.65 per hour
Annual Salary: £31,995.60 per annum

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our client’s fantastic, purpose-built residential care facility in Dawlish, set within 9 acres of beautiful grounds.

The home provides high-quality residential care, offering flexibility for both respite care and permanent care for individuals who are no longer able to live independently at home. There is also a separate, purpose-built unit specialising in the care of residents living with dementia-type illnesses, alongside residential care provision for up to 36 service users.

Our client is looking for a caring, dedicated and experienced Senior Care Assistant who is passionate about providing outstanding person-centred care and supporting residents to live happy and fulfilling lives.

The organisation’s ethos is family-orientated, professional, hard-working, client-led and fun. Management actively promotes a happy and positive atmosphere, recognising the important role this plays in creating a welcoming environment for both residents and staff.

The Benefits

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will receive an excellent benefits package, including:

• £14.65 per hour
• £31,995.60 annual salary
• 28 days annual leave
• Double basic rate on Christmas Day
• 1.5 x basic rate for all other bank holidays
• Paid breaks
• Protected paid breaks
• Free refreshments while working, including tea, coffee, juice, toast and cereals
• Free on-site car parking
• Ongoing paid training and development
• Fully funded qualifications, including diplomas up to NVQ Level 5
• Investment in your career progression and long-term development
• Long-term career opportunities within an award-winning organisation
• FlexEarn, giving you the opportunity to access a portion of your wages before payday
• No DBS fees
• Sage Employee Benefits package, including access to GP and counselling services and discounts across shopping, retail and other services
• Employee Assistance Programme supporting your health and wellbeing
• Blue Light Card, offering discounts across retail, hospitality and leisure
• £500 Refer a Friend bonus (subject to terms and conditions)
• A beautiful working environment set within 9 acres of grounds
• A varied role where no two days are the same

About You

Previous experience working as a Senior Care Assistant within a residential care home is desirable.

You will ideally have:

• An NVQ Level 4 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
• Previous experience in a senior care role
• Good knowledge of person-centred care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A compassionate, professional and positive approach
• The ability to support and lead care staff effectively
• Experience with medication would be highly advantageous
• A genuine passion for supporting older people and helping residents maintain their dignity, independence and quality of life

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a care provider that genuinely cares about its residents and its staff, offering excellent training, career progression and a supportive working environment.