Senior Care Assistant - Compassionate, Resident-Focused Care

NHS Jobs; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare's Middleton Lodge Care Home in Littleover, Derby is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Senior Care Assistant to join our award-winning team. You will work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care in a safe, inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff.

The ideal candidate has NVQ 3 or equivalent in care, at least 2 years' experience in a care setting, strong communication skills, a positive, supportive attitude, and flexibility to cover a range of

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar care environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, flexible attitude.
• Ability to support and nurture residents and staff.
• DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support and work with the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care.
• Monitor residents' wellbeing and update care plans as needs change.
• Contribute to person-centred care planning and monthly evaluations.
• Support residents with medication requirements.
• Undertake staff supervisions and support development.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Care for Care Homes

Job description

Avery Healthcare's Middleton Lodge Care Home in Littleover, Derby is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Senior Care Assistant to join our award-winning team. You will work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care in a safe, inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff.

The ideal candidate has NVQ 3 or equivalent in care, at least 2 years' experience in a care setting, strong communication skills, a positive, supportive attitude, and flexibility to cover a range of