Senior Care Assistant (Bank)

Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, Biddenham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to provide exceptional care to residents. This role involves assisting with personal care and addressing the holistic needs of individuals in a supportive environment. The company values teamwork and offers flexible working hours to promote a healthy work-life balance. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, the organization provides extensive benefits, including health support and training opportunities. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the right qualifications, this is a rewarding opportunity to grow your career in social care.

Benefits

Simply Health

Early Pay

Benefits platform

Tastecard discount

Free criminal record checks

Pension Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work scheme

Training support

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant or similar role.
• Willingness to complete Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care activities including hygiene and meals.
• Address residents' physical, psychological, and social needs.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 Qualification in Health & Social Care

Level 3 Qualification in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Description: Senior Care Assistant

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the job location.

At Maria Mallaband Care Group, our people make us great, and we pride ourselves on teamwork.

Working with us offers excellent rewards & benefits, including:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs, 24/7 virtual GP access, and more for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay – access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform – discounts across retailers, leisure, hospitality, etc.
• Exclusive Tastecard discount – dine out with up to 50% off
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Flexible working patterns
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before access.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleagues below the National Living Wage.

About the Role

As a Senior Care Assistant at Maria Mallaband Care Group, you will care for our residents as if they were your own family, addressing their physical, psychological, and social needs. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care activities such as washing, hygiene, dressing, and meals. We welcome applicants with previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant, Senior Care Giver, Homecare Worker, in Social Care, or as a Community Support Worker.

We offer flexible hours on full or part-time basis over 7 days to promote work-life balance.

*Candidates must have Level 2 qualification, senior care experience, and be willing to complete their Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (if not already obtained) to be considered for this role.

"Become a Key worker and make a difference"

About You

We seek kind and caring individuals eager to make a meaningful difference. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience leading a team
• A committed and organized approach
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility to work shifts

If you want to utilize your care experience and people skills in a supportive organization, MMCG is a rewarding place to work.

Additional desirable experience:

• Previous care home experience (Essential)
• Experience as a Senior Care Assistant (Essential)
• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (desirable but not essential initially; required upon appointment if not already obtained, with Level 2 qualification as a minimum)

Apply Now

If you're ready to begin your journey as a Senior Care Assistant with Maria Mallaband Care Group, apply today!