Senior Care Assistant (Days) Maternity Cover

Harbour Healthcare Ltd; South Hams; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run care provider in Plymouth is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to support residents with personal care and engage them in various activities. Candidates must have NVQ Level 3 or be working towards it. This role offers a flexible schedule, training opportunities, and a supportive team environment. The ideal candidate will embody values of empathy and dedication to care.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Training and development opportunities

Great company benefits

Employee of the Month voucher

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Free eye test and discounted glasses

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 3 or be working towards it.
• All positions require an Enhanced DBS check in relation to Children and Adults.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care needs.
• Engage residents in activities that promote wellbeing.
• Provide peace of mind to families.

Skills

Personal care support

Interpersonal communication

Empathy and compassion

Education

NVQ Level 3 or working towards it

Job description

Overview

Senior Care Assistant (Days) Maternity Cover

Devonshire House & Lodge - Woolwell Road - Roborough - Plymouth - PL6 7JW

Harbour Healthcare.

£13.36 Per Hour

33.75 hrs per week

Must have NVQ Level 3 or working on it.

We are not offering Sponsorship

Are you ambitious? Do you want something else? Are you looking for new energy?

We are on the hunt in Plymouth for our next amazing Senior Care Assistants!

Responsibilities

Our Care teams are the superheroes of the business, supporting our residents and providing peace of mind to families that their loved ones are in the best of care. The duties are varied, and no two days will be the same. As a general guide, duties may include some support with personal care needs, as well as help to take part in a wide range of special interests and activities that support their health and wellbeing such as arts and crafts, watching the football, drama, musical evenings, gardening, shopping trips and social occasions.

Qualifications

Must have NVQ Level 3 or be working towards it.

Please note that all positions require an Enhanced DBS check in relation to Children and Adults.

Benefits and Perks

• Flexible working patterns to suit your needs
• Training and development opportunities tailored to you
• Great company benefits
• Real job satisfaction
• Peace of mind for families
• Discounts on shopping, fashion, days out, travel, entertainment and more
• Free face-to-face counselling for you and your family
• Staff recognition award ceremonies
• £30 voucher monthly for the nominated ‘Employee of the Month’
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
• Blue Light Card – discounts at retailers
• Free eye test and discounted glasses
• Cashback card – save up to £500 annually
• Wellbeing portal with resources and virtual events
• Seasonal company events, competitions and incentives
• Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £250
• On-site parking
• Flex Earn – Earned wage access

About Harbour Healthcare

We are a family-run business with 42 care homes across the UK and are growing year by year. Inclusion is how we unleash the power of diversity. We strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. Harbour Healthcare listens and engages with our diverse communities, and we value teamwork within our diverse workplace. Having family traditions at heart, our philosophy is to provide an excellent standard of care to our residents, treating them with dignity and respect. We care more about you sharing and demonstrating our values, which are: Humility, Accountability, Achievement, Passion, Integrity.

Our values

Humility • Accountability • Achievement • Passion • Integrity

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Please note that all our positions require an Enhanced DBS check in relation to Children and Adults. Interested? Go on and click the apply button now!