Senior Care Assistant - Bank

St Philips Care Group; Buxton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the care sector is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join their dedicated team. In this vital role, you will lead a group of care workers, ensuring that residents receive the highest quality of care while maintaining their dignity and independence. You will support the management of the home, engage in holistic caring activities, and promote a person-centred approach to care. This position offers a friendly and supportive working environment, with opportunities for professional development and progression. If you are passionate about elderly care and want to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to gain further qualifications

4-weekly pay periods

Full training provided

Paid induction and shadow shifts

E-learning incentive scheme

Paid holiday

Flexible working opportunities

Rewards scheme for staff

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior role within Residential Care or Nursing Home is desirable.
• Understanding of health requirements and care needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a team of care workers to provide high standards of care.
• Responsible for care planning and medication delivery for residents.

Skills

Caring for the elderly

Medication administration

Holistic care

Confidentiality

Education

NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care

MA Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Senior Care Assistant

Bank Hours are available.

St Philip's Care is dedicated to providing outstanding care to our clients, which is why we are an award-winning company and have been named 'The most outstanding care group in the UK' and 'The most outstanding Residential Care Management Team in the UK'.

The role of being a Senior Care Assistant is an important and valued role within the Health & Social Care industry.

You will lead, develop, and co-ordinate a team of care workers to provide the highest standards of care to our residents, ensuring the dignity of the residents is always maintained.

Job Role: To support the Manager in the overall management of the home, assume responsibilities of the Manager in his/her absence, create an environment that respects the rights and wishes of the residents, encourage person-centred care, and maximize independence.

The successful person will be joining a close-knit, friendly team who offer a quality service.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Understanding and providing the requirements for "normal" health and having insight into the effects on the client and family when continued care is needed.
• Assisting the client in any area of his/her daily care needs which they would normally undertake themselves if they were able to do so.
• Participating in holistic caring activities.
• Caring for all clients' needs as required with the aim of optimizing their independence.
• Ensuring a system is in place that promotes residents' participation in the planning and reviewing of care.
• Being responsible for the care planning process, maintaining appropriate medication and care delivery for a designated group of service users.
• Understanding the right of the individual to confidentiality.
• Moving and handling, dressing, and assisting residents in their daily hygiene and dressing needs.
• Observing and reporting any changes in residents' condition.
• Reporting to the Manager any hazard or unsafe equipment that may be injurious to the health and safety of staff, residents, and visitors.
• Attending any in-service training arranged as part of staff development and mandatory training, which is a legal requirement.
• Ensuring service is delivered in accordance with all relevant policies, procedures, and practices.

As a Senior Care Assistant, it would be desirable to have:

• NVQ 3 / MA L3 in Health and Social Care or working towards it.
• Previous experience as a senior in a Residential Care or Nursing Home.
• A passion for care of the elderly.
• Experience of medication administration.

Benefits of working with the St Philips Family:

• A supportive, inclusive, friendly working environment.
• The opportunity to progress and gain further qualifications - "learn while you earn!"
• 4-weekly pay periods.
• Full training given.
• Paid induction and shadow shifts.
• E-learning incentive scheme.
• Paid holiday.
• Flexible opportunities to fit around your life.
• Rewards scheme for all staff.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00.