Senior Care Assistant — Compassionate Care & Growth Opportunities

NHS Jobs; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is looking for a warm, enthusiastic Senior Care Assistant to join the Hinckley House Care Home team in Leicester. You will support the care team to deliver high standards of personal care in a safe, caring environment for residents, visitors and staff.

You will monitor wellbeing, participate in person-centred care planning, assist with medication, and help with staff supervision and development. DBS disclosure check is required and cost covered by Avery Healthcare.

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• 2 years experience in similar care environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Positive attitude to supporting and nurturing residents and staff.
• Be responsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care and support residents.
• Monitor wellbeing and update care plans as needed.
• Assist residents with medication requirements.
• Undertake staff supervision and support staff development.
• Act as a key point of contact for residents, relatives and professionals.

Skills

Effective communication

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Supportive/nurturing

Education

NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes

Job description

Avery Healthcare is looking for a warm, enthusiastic Senior Care Assistant to join the Hinckley House Care Home team in Leicester. You will support the care team to deliver high standards of personal care in a safe, caring environment for residents, visitors and staff.

You will monitor wellbeing, participate in person-centred care planning, assist with medication, and help with staff supervision and development. DBS disclosure check is required and cost covered by Avery Healthcare.