Senior Care Assistant - Days - Osbern Manor-Care/Nursing - Ground Floor

Oakland Care; England; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior care provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to assist in managing day-to-day resident needs and delivering exceptional care. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience, a level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, and a dedication to creating a caring environment. This is a full-time position with varied shifts including weekends. Apply now to make a difference in the lives of seniors.

Benefits

Free meal per shift

Enhanced Bank Holiday pay

Increased Annual Leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Recognition and appreciation initiatives

Long service awards

Health Cash Plan

Death in Service Benefit

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in delivering care or as a Senior Care Assistant.
• Trained in medication administration.
• Willingness to support and supervise junior staff.
• Ability to write and maintain care plans.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of Care Assistants.
• Managing the day-to-day needs of residents.
• Delivering the highest standard of care.
• Ensuring all areas are kept clean and tidy.
• Assisting with meals and daily activities.
• Supporting family members and visitors.

Skills

Excellent people skills

Customer service skills

Time management skills

Good communication skills

Caring attitude

Ability to delegate tasks

Flexibility and reliability

Education

Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care

Job description

Are you passionate about providing exceptional care for our senior residents? We are looking for a Senior Care Assistant to join our team! As a leader in senior care, you will play a crucial role in managing the day-to-day needs of our residents, ensuring the highest standard of care and maintaining a clean and tidy environment. If you have a heart for seniors and want to make a positive impact, apply now!

We offersome excellent rewards & benefits including:

• We offer all team members 1 freemeal per shift.
• EnhancedBank Holiday pay.
• Increased Annual Leave entitlement. Team members who work with us for 3 years or more, get extra annual leave.
• Cycle to Work scheme – Why not save money on commuting costs and improve your health at the same time.
• Milestone Birthdays - get anEXTRAday off to celebratethat special birthday.
• Company sickpay which is over and above the statutory entitlement. (subjectto length of service)
• Refer a FriendScheme for successfulreferrals- for all permanentroles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
• Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
• Long service awards.
• Health Cash Plan (subject to T&Cs)
• Death in Service Benefit (subject to T&Cs)

And much more……….

Location: Osbern Manor, 26-28 Hoath Lane, Wigmore, Gillingham, Kent ME8 0SW

Hours: 42 hours per week

Pay: £13.83 per hour

Contract: Full-time

Shift: Days, Includes Weekends

We are an award-winning Care Home provider who deliver high quality, kind and compassionate care. For our residents, joining one of our Homes is like joining our family - and we make that no different for our new colleagues. If you are an enthusiastic Care Team Leader who wants to make a real difference, then you have come to the right place!

What you will be doing:

• Leading a team of Care Assistants.
• Managing the day-to-day needs of our residents.
• Delivering the highest standard of care.
• Ensuring all areas are kept clean and tidy.
• Supporting family members and visitors.
• Assisting with meals and daily activities.

What you need to succeed:

• At least a minimum of 2 years’ experience in delivering care or as a Senior Care Assistant.
• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (or willing to sign up/ or working towards it)
• Trained in medication administration.
• Excellent people and customer service skills.
• Ability to induct & supervise junior staff.
• Time management skills to delegate tasks within a team.
• Good communication skills – verbal (great communication within the team and to other external professionals) and writing (ability to write and maintain care plans) & digital skills.
• Caring attitude.
• Flexible and reliable.

“Our mission”

is to provide exceptional homes for people to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our Family

• Family
• Integrity
• Respect
• Exceptional
• Sustainable

Apply now

If you’re ready to start your journey and make a difference, then don’t delay and apply today!