Senior Care Assistant - Bank Hours

St Philips Care; North Kesteven; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in North Kesteven is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for Roxholm Hall. The role involves assisting clients with daily care needs, participating in holistic caring activities, and managing the care planning process. Previous experience in a residential care setting is desirable, along with a qualification in health and social care. This position offers a supportive work environment, opportunities for progression, and flexible working.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Paid holiday

Flexible working opportunities

Rewards scheme for all staff

Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a senior in a Residential Care or Nursing Home.
• A passion for care of the elderly.
• Experience of medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in daily care needs.
• Participate in holistic caring activities.
• Be responsible for the care planning process.

Skills

Care for the elderly

Medication Administration

Understanding of health needs

Holistic caring activities

Education

NVQ 3 / MA L3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Senior Care Assistant - Roxholm Hall. Bank Hours 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.

Responsibilities

• Understanding and providing the requirements for “normal” health and to have insight into the effects on the client and family when continued care is needed.
• To assist the client in any area of his/her daily care needs which they would normally undertake themselves if they were able to do so.
• To participate in holistic caring activities.
• Care for all clients’ needs as required with the aim of optimising their independence.
• Ensure a system is in place that promotes residents’ participation in the planning and reviewing of care.
• To be responsible for the care planning process, maintaining appropriate medication and care delivery for a designated group of service users
• To understand 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
• Report to Manager any hazard or unsafe equipment that may be injurious to the health and safety of staff, residents, and visitors
• To attend any in-service training arranged as part of staff development and mandatory training, which is a legal requirement
• Ensure service is delivered in accordance with all relevant policies, procedures and practices

Qualifications

• 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 of as a senior in a Residential Care or Nursing Home.
• A Passion for Care of the Elderly.
• Experience of Medication Administration

Benefits

• 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