Senior Care Assistant — Compassionate Care Leader

Avery Healthcare Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a warm and dedicated Senior Care Assistant for Grove Park Care Home in Leeds. You will deliver compassionate personal care, support the care team, and help maintain a safe, respectful environment for residents, visitors and staff.

Candidates should hold an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes and have at least two years of relevant experience. You will communicate effectively, be flexible, and committed to nurturing residents and colleagues alike.

Qualifications

• Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• Have 2 years’ experience working in similar care environment.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Have a positive attitude to both 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 the Care team to create a safe, caring, open and inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff.
• Monitor the wellbeing of each resident and update care plans and records as needs change.
• Support residents with their medication requirements as needed.
• Undertake staff supervisions and support staff development where required.
• Act as a key point of contact with residents, relatives and health and social care professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal & written

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Education

NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a warm and dedicated Senior Care Assistant for Grove Park Care Home in Leeds. You will deliver compassionate personal care, support the care team, and help maintain a safe, respectful environment for residents, visitors and staff.

Candidates should hold an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes and have at least two years of relevant experience. You will communicate effectively, be flexible, and committed to nurturing residents and colleagues alike.