Senior Care Assistant

TipTopJob; Workington; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Care Assistant has emerged in a leading care home in Workington. This role is perfect for someone passionate about providing exceptional care to older adults. You will lead a dedicated team, support residents with personal care, and ensure their well-being through various activities. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of generous benefits, including life assurance, holiday options, and career progression opportunities. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your commitment and dedication to enhancing the lives of residents.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Life assurance

Discount scheme

Access to training courses

Career progression opportunities

Employee assistance program

Access to wellbeing resources

Recommend a friend scheme

Family-friendly policies

Free uniform and DBS check

Qualifications

• Must hold NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care.
• Willingness to complete Level 3 is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of care assistants to provide high-quality care.
• Support residents with personal care and activities.
• Administer medication and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Caring for older people

Previous care experience

Team leadership

Communication skills

Record keeping

Time management

Ability to motivate others

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Willingness to complete Level 3

Job description

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

This care home provides residential and dementia care for residents in purpose-built, en suite accommodation.

To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care and be willing to complete Level 3.

Key Duties:

1. 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.
2. Support our residents with personal care needs and help them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing.
3. Administer medication and maintain clear and accurate records.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

1. Passionate about caring for older people.
2. Previous care experience.
3. Experience leading, coaching, and motivating a team to deliver high-quality care.
4. Kind, warm, and caring nature; able to work well as part of a team but also use your own initiative.
5. Strong patience, communication, and listening skills.
6. Ability to maintain accurate records, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks.
7. Ability to lead by example, form positive relationships, and energize colleagues to deliver exceptional care.

The successful Senior Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of GBP13.65 per hour, with an annual salary of GBP27,327.30 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full-time role for 38.5 hours a week working through Nights. In return for your hard work and commitment, you will receive the following generous benefits:

1. 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave.
2. Life assurance.
3. A discount scheme including savings with retail stores and online purchases.
4. Access to a number of nationally recognized training courses and qualifications.
5. Genuine career progression and development opportunities.
6. Employee assistance program including free counseling and legal advice.
7. Access to chaplaincy and pastoral support.
8. Access to wellbeing resources.
9. Recommend a friend scheme.
10. Family-friendly policies.
11. Long service awards.
12. Free uniform and DBS check.
13. Cycle2Work salary sacrifice scheme.
14. Healthcare scheme at competitive rates.

Reference ID: 6615. For this fantastic job role, please call on # 638 # or send your CV.