Senior Care Assistant (Days) - Training & Benefits

Greensleeves Care; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days paid holiday

Pension scheme

Death in Service

Length of Service Awards

Cycle to work

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing Thrive App

Refer a Friend scheme

Free learning and development

Free DBS

Job summary

Greensleeves Care, a respected UK care charity with 26 homes across England, is hiring a Senior Carer (Days). You will support residents with personal care, liaise with GPs and nurses, and help maintain a compassionate, safe home environment.

Desirable NVQ level qualifications and medication administration experience are required. DBS checks apply, and Greensleeves Care offers a range of learning opportunities and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• QCF diploma level 2 or other relevant qualification (desirable)
• Experience in safe administration of medication (essential)
• Understanding the importance of confidentiality (essential)
• Experience in providing care (essential)

Responsibilities

• Help ensure care, domestic and kitchen staff contribute to efficient running of the Home
• Assist residents with personal care needs
• Answer call bells, emergency bells, the door and the telephone; greet visitors
• Liaise with GPs, District Nurses, Chiropodists to meet healthcare needs of residents

Skills

Medication administration

Confidentiality

Care experience

Education

QCF diploma level 2 in social care or similar

Job description

Greensleeves Care, a respected UK care charity with 26 homes across England, is hiring a Senior Carer (Days). You will support residents with personal care, liaise with GPs and nurses, and help maintain a compassionate, safe home environment.

Desirable NVQ level qualifications and medication administration experience are required. DBS checks apply, and Greensleeves Care offers a range of learning opportunities and a strong benefits package.