Senior Care Assistant (Extra Care)

Bath & North East Somerset Council; Midsomer Norton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established local government body is looking for a Senior Care Assistant to enhance the lives of residents in Extra Care Services. This role involves supporting a dedicated care team, ensuring personalized care, and empowering tenants to live independently. With a commitment to quality care, you will play a vital role in health monitoring and medication management. This rewarding position offers excellent training, career progression opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Join a team that values compassion and empowerment while making a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

26 Days Annual Leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Excellent Training Opportunities

Discount Card and Reward Scheme

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program

Uniform Provided

Free DBS

Welcome Payment

Qualifications

• Experience in care roles is beneficial but not essential; training provided.
• Commitment to delivering quality care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and supporting the care team and staff supervision.
• Prepare, implement, and review individual care plans and risk assessments.
• Monitor tenants' health and manage medications as prescribed.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Leadership

Care Planning

Health Monitoring

Medication Management

Education

Experience in Senior Care Role

Job description

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives.

Join Our Team as a Senior Care Assistant - Extra Care at Bath & North East Somerset Council!

Location: Greenacres, Midsomer Norton, Radstock

Hours: Part-time and shift patterns to include every other weekend and some bank holidays.

Welcome Payment: This post attracts a Welcome Payment of 5% of the starting salary for the grade to enable individuals to join our permanent workforce. This is payable upon successful completion of your probationary period and is subject to eligibility criteria.

Are you a dedicated care worker looking for a rewarding leadership role? Bath & North East Somerset Council is seeking a compassionate and skilled Senior Care Assistant to join our vibrant community at Avondown, Bath.

About the Role:

As a Senior Care Assistant in our Extra Care Services, you will play a crucial part in our management team, ensuring holistic, person-centred care and practical support for our tenants. Your role will be to empower individuals to live independently with dignity and choice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Support: Assist in managing and supporting the care team, including allocating electronic work rotas and supervising staff.
• Care Planning: Help prepare, implement, and review individual care plans, care records, and risk assessments.
• Health Monitoring: Monitor the general health and well-being of tenants, ensuring early intervention when necessary to prevent hospital admissions.
• Medication Management: Ensure proper control, recording, and issuing of medications as prescribed by medical practitioners.

About You:

While previous experience in a senior care role is advantageous, a commitment to delivering quality care is essential. Full training will be provided. This role is perfect for individuals looking to advance their careers and gain hands-on experience in a supportive and friendly environment.

What is Extra Care?

Extra Care Housing offers adults with care needs an assured tenancy in a self-contained flat within a purpose-built or adapted scheme. Our Extra Care housing services have been rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) as of June 2022.

Why Join Us?

• Salaried Hours
• 26 Days Annual Leave: Rising to 31 days after 5 years of service.
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Excellent Training and Career Progression Opportunities
• Discount Card and Reward Scheme: Including Cycle to Work.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Uniform Provided
• Free DBS

This opportunity involves a rota system, including early shifts starting at 7:30 am and late shifts ending at 10:15 pm. You will work every other weekend, with enhancements paid for bank holidays.

Interested to Find Out More?

If you believe you can make a positive difference in the lives of our tenants, we would love to hear from you. For more details or an informal chat about the role, please reach out to Vicki Tranter at [e-mail] or call 07720341560.

Join us in providing exceptional care and support in our thriving community. Apply now and become part of a team that values empowerment and support.

Embrace the Challenge. Make a Difference. Join Us!

Please note Applications will be checked weekly and we will shortlist and interview on a rolling basis.