Senior Care Assistant - Care Home - Bank

NHS; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider seeks a Senior Care Assistant for a Bank position at a care home in Lichfield. The role involves supervising Care Assistants, delivering quality care, and supporting clinical tasks. Candidates must possess NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and be passionate about providing personalized support. Opportunities for career advancement are available, including roles as Care Practitioners and Regional Carers.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Extensive training opportunities

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health and Social Care is required.
• Specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly is essential.
• Warm-hearted and compassionate individual desired.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspire a team of Care Assistants.
• Support clinical areas including medication and assessments.
• Provide person-centred care to residents.

Skills

Compassion

Supervision

Clinical care knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health and Social Care

Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant - Care Home - Bank

As a Bank Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. Your role will involve supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You can also expect to support the clinical team in areas such as medication, assessments, care plans, or care reviews. Like everyone here, as a Senior Care Assistant, you'll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents and contribute to creating a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment.

Main duties of the job

You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Bank Senior Care Assistant. We also require specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We're looking for warm-hearted, compassionate individuals committed to providing personalised care and support. You will have opportunities for career development through ongoing training, with many Senior Care Assistants progressing into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing roles.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, operating over 200 care homes and delivering high-quality, person-centred care to thousands of residents nationwide. We are committed to providing a rewarding and supportive work environment, emphasizing ongoing training and development.

Job responsibilities

About the role

You must hold an NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health and Social Care

As a Bank Senior Care Assistant, you'll care for residents' diverse needs to ensure quality, person-centred support. Your role includes supervising and motivating Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You will also support clinical areas such as medication, assessments, care plans, or reviews. Always respecting residents' dignity and preferences, you'll help foster a warm and vibrant environment.

About you

You should hold an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care. Knowledge of clinical care for the elderly is essential. We seek warm-hearted, compassionate individuals dedicated to delivering personalised care. There are ample opportunities for career progression, including roles as a Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nurse.

Rewards package

Alongside competitive pay, we offer flexibility and extensive training and development opportunities. As a leading UK healthcare provider, we prioritize the growth of our staff.

Note: As this is a Bank position providing cover for leave or sickness, working hours will vary.

If you're motivated and skilled in people management, and want to provide high-quality care, this is a rewarding opportunity.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health and Social Care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, to check for any criminal convictions.