Senior Care Assistant (Day)

Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd; Gawthorpe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to provide compassionate care to residents. The role includes assisting with personal care and supporting physical and social needs. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and a Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care. This position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to work in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Simply Health benefits

Early Pay access

Pension Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Training and development opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Level 2 qualification and senior care experience.
• Willingness to complete Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification if not obtained.

Responsibilities

• Care for residents addressing their physical, psychological, and social needs.
• Assist with personal care, hygiene, dressing, and meals.

Skills

Experience leading a team

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Flexibility to work shifts

Education

Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care

Job description

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the job location.

At Maria Mallaband Care Group, our people make us great, and we pride ourselves on teamwork.

Working with us offers excellent rewards & benefits including:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical, dental costs, 24/7 virtual GP access, and more for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay – access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform – discounts across retailers, leisure providers, hospitality, etc.
• An exclusive Tastecard discount – dine out with up to 50% off
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Flexible working patterns
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require a 12-week probationary period.

**Benefit subject to deduction, not taking colleagues below National Living Wage.

About the Role

As a Senior Care Assistant at Maria Mallaband Care Group, you'll care for residents as if they are your own family, addressing their physical, psychological, and social needs. This includes assisting with personal care, hygiene, dressing, and meals. We welcome applicants with experience as a Senior Care Assistant, Senior Care Giver, Homecare Worker, in Social Care, or as a Community Support Worker.

We offer flexible hours on full or part-time basis over 7 days to promote work-life balance.

*Candidates must have Level 2 qualification, senior care experience, and be willing to complete their Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification if not already obtained.

"Become a Key worker and make a difference"

About You:

We seek kind, caring individuals eager to make a difference. Ideal candidates will have:

• Experience leading a team
• A committed, organized approach
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility to work shifts

If you want to use your care skills in an organization committed to quality care, MMCG is a rewarding place to work.

Additional desirable experience:

• Previous care home experience (Essential)
• Experience as a Senior Care Assistant (Essential)
• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (Desirable but not essential to start, but required to complete upon appointment)

Apply now

If you're ready to start your journey as a Senior Care Assistant with Maria Mallaband Care Group, apply today!