Senior Care Assistant - Harpenden Springs-Care/Nursing - Ground Floor

Oakland Care; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior care facility in Hatching Green is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and deliver high-quality, compassionate care to residents. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years' experience in care, a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, and excellent customer service skills. This full-time role offers competitive pay and various benefits, including increased annual leave and recognition initiatives.

Benefits

Free meal per shift

Enhanced Bank Holiday pay

Increased Annual Leave entitlement

Cycle to Work scheme

Milestone Birthdays

Company sick pay

Refer a Friend Scheme

Recognition initiatives

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.
• Ability to induct & supervise junior staff.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Time management

Leadership skills

Caring attitude

Education

Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

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!

Rewards and Benefits

• We offer all team members 1 free meal per shift.
• Enhanced Bank 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 an EXTRA day off to celebrate that special birthday.
• Company sick pay which is over and above the statutory entitlement. (subject to length of service)
• Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals - for all permanent roles 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

Location: Harpenden Springs, Grove Road, Harpenden AL5 1PX

Hours

Hours: 42 hours per week

Pay

Pay: £13.83 per hour

Contract

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Shift

Shift: Days

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 values

• 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!