Senior Care Assistant - £14.80 an hour – Weekly Pay

Phoenix Care Staff Limited; Dalton-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run care provider in Dalton-in-Furness is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to join their team. This role involves providing essential support to elderly residents, including personal care, medication administration, and daily living assistance. Ideal candidates should have a Care Certificate and proven experience in senior care, along with excellent communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, holiday pay, and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Holiday Pay

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior care is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Compassionate and patient demeanour necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance, including bathing, dressing, and toileting.
• Administer medications accurately and safely.
• Monitor residents' health and report any changes to the care team.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding.
• Engage residents in social and recreational activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate and patient demeanour

Ability to work well as part of a team

Education

Care Certificate or equivalent qualification

Job description

Phoenix Care Staff are a family run business, who are on the hunt for new, friendly faces to join our team. Experience is essential for this role. If you enjoy caring for others, then this job is for you. Good communication skills are a must, as well as patience and commitment. We're seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to provide exceptional support to our elderly residents. Your role will involve assisting with daily living activities, medication administration, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance, including bathing, dressing, and toileting
• Administer medications accurately and safely
• Monitor residents' health and report any changes to the care team
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding
• Engage residents in social and recreational activities

Qualifications

• Care Certificate or equivalent qualification
• Proven experience in senior care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and patient demeanour
• Ability to work well as part of a team

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Holiday Pay
• Flexible working hours
• Supportive team environment

If you are interested in this role, please give us a call on 01524 239839 or apply online at www.phoenixcarestaff.co.uk