Senior Care Assistant Bank

St Philips Care Group; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Senior Care Assistant, where you will lead a dedicated group in providing exceptional care to residents. This rewarding role involves supporting the manager in home management and ensuring that each resident receives personalized care that respects their dignity and independence. You will engage in holistic activities, oversee care planning, and maintain a safe environment for both staff and residents. An established care group known for its outstanding service offers a supportive atmosphere where you can grow professionally while making a positive impact in the lives of the elderly. Embrace this opportunity to make a difference!

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunity for further qualifications

4-weekly pay periods

Paid induction and shadow shifts

E-learning incentive scheme

Paid holiday

Flexible working opportunities

Rewards scheme

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a team of care workers to provide high standards of care.
• Responsible for care planning and medication delivery for service users.
• Observe and report changes in residents' conditions.

Skills

Caring for the elderly

Medication Administration

Holistic caring activities

Confidentiality

Education

NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care

MA L3 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 carer 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 and assume responsibilities of the Manager in his/her absence. Create an environment that respects the rights and wishes of the residents and encourages person-centred care while maximizing independence.

The successful person will be joining a close-knit, friendly team that offers 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, aiming to optimize 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 hazards 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 in 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.