Senior Care Assistant (days)

Cornerstone; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Southampton is looking for a Senior Healthcare Assistant to join their skilled team. The role involves supporting residents with complex needs, leading a team, and managing care plans to enhance the quality of life for individuals. Competitive pay and a benefits package worth up to £5,000 are included, offering opportunities for personal growth and support.

Benefits

Enhanced pay for overtime and bank holidays

Monthly overtime raffle

Refer a friend scheme

Fully funded RQF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Healthcare cash plan worth up to £700

Free uniform laundered on site

Subsidised lunch

Access to the Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in Care within the UK.
• Willingness to complete NVQ Level 3.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prioritising workload of the care team.
• Observing resident progress and reporting changes.
• Supporting daily living activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Emotional Resilience

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Cornerstoneis on the lookout for an experienced and passionate Senior Healthcare Assistant to join our award-winning team.

Kitnocks Houseis a 63-bed service made up of four specialised units, each offering high-quality care tailored to the individual needs of our residents. We support people with a range of complex conditions, always focusing on the person behind the diagnosis. We’re proud to be ratedGoodby the CQC.

What hours will you work?

• Total average of 40.25 hours worked per week.

Pay rate

£14.52 - £16.52 per hour (subject to NVQ Lvl 3 and level of experience).

What do you need?

• Minimum of 2 years' experience working in Care within the UK (essential)
• NVQ Level 2 in health & social care, with a willingness to complete NVQ Level 3 upon successful placement.
• Strong leadership skills to guide and support a team of care assistants.
• Ability to support with the development and delivery of care plans for residents.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and the ability to follow and implement care standards.
• Emotional resilience and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• A strong mind-set to support adults with complex needs in a compassionate and professional manner.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation in line with care standards and regulatory requirements.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.

What will you be doing?

• Prioritising workload of the care team, seeking advice from the nurse in charge where necessary
• Participate in meetings including staff meetings, case reviews, clinical reviews, as prescribed by the Nurse in charge
• Observe resident progress against planned goals and report changes in the residents’ condition or care needs to a registered nurse
• Supporting all aspects of daily living including personal care, mealtimes and social activities
• Helping residents to remain as independent as possible
• Respecting residents right of choice, privacy and dignity at all times

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Benefits package worth up to £5,000T&C's apply

• Enhanced payfor overtime and bank holidays
• Monthly overtime raffle– win an extra £200 for picking up shifts
• Refer a friend scheme– earn up to £1,000
• Fully funded RQF Level 2 or 3in Health & Social Care
• Healthcare cash planworth up to £700 – includes dental, optical and 24/7 mental health support
• Free uniformlaundered for you on site ready for your next shift
• Subsidised lunchon site
• Recognition and rewards– vouchers, cash bonuses, and long service treats
• Access to the Blue Light Card– over 13,000 discounts
• And much more!