Senior Care Assistant: Elevate Resident Care & Support

Avery Healthcare Group; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is recruiting a Senior Care Assistant for Darwin Court Care Home in Lichfield. You will work with the care team to deliver high standards of personal care in a safe, open and inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff.

Ideal candidates will hold NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes, have 2 years' experience, and demonstrate strong communication skills, flexibility and compassion in supporting residents and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• Have 2 years’ experience working in similar care environment.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Have a positive attitude to both supporting and nurturing residents and staff.
• Be responsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care and create a safe, caring environment for residents, visitors and staff.
• Monitor wellbeing of residents and update care plans and records accordingly.
• Be involved in person-centred care planning, monthly evaluations, and care plan variations.
• Support residents with medication requirements and supervise staff development where needed.
• Act as a key contact for residents, relatives, visitors and health and social care professionals and escalate concerns when needed.

Education

NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group is recruiting a Senior Care Assistant for Darwin Court Care Home in Lichfield. You will work with the care team to deliver high standards of personal care in a safe, open and inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff.

Ideal candidates will hold NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes, have 2 years' experience, and demonstrate strong communication skills, flexibility and compassion in supporting residents and colleagues.