Senior Care Assistant - Heanor Park - Ashmere

ASHMERE DERBYSHIRE LIMITED; Heanor; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Ashmere Awards Ceremony

Welcome aboard bonus

Discretionary Attendance Bonus

Refer a Friend Scheme

Pension

Ongoing Training and Development

Staff Incentives

Growth and career progression

Job summary

A leading care provider in Heanor is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join their team. The role requires compassionate care, effective communication, and flexibility in working hours. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 or be working towards it, and responsibilities include assisting with personal care, administering medication, and liaising with healthcare professionals. This position offers ongoing training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in running shifts and administering medication.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts.
• Passionate about providing outstanding care.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with residents and colleagues.
• Assist with personal care and meal times.
• Allocate staff and administer medication.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 3 or working towards it

Job description

*Please note – unfortunately we cannot accept applications that require Sponsorship*

Do you have experience of running shifts? Do you have experience in administering medication?

We are looking for people who are passionate about providing an outstanding level of care and going the extra mile for our residents. We currently have a vacancy at Heanor Park care home for full-time or part-time hours a week!

As a Senior Care Assistant with Ashmere, you will be communicating effectively and professionally with the residents, colleagues, relatives, and visitors at all times. You will show compassion towards our residents and ensure that their needs are met. You will assist with personal care and assist with meal times when needed.

The ideal candidate must be flexible in working all shifts.

You will be responsible for staff allocation, administering medication, liaising with the home manager, GP’s, nurses, and other outside professionals, which can all make for a busy shift!

You will need an NVQ3 or be working towards completing it. However, we can support you with this should you be successful in gaining a role with us.

Working for an established care provider like Ashmere, you start your journey with us by attending our monthly new starter company induction with all new joiners from all of our homes. We will provide you with uniform, pay for your DBS check, provide you with regular training, and offer other benefits.

Benefits

• Annual Ashmere Awards Ceremony
• Welcome aboard bonus
• Discretionary Attendance Bonus
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Pension
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Staff Incentives
• Growth and career progression

If you are interested in the role, please apply now or contact Carrie, Beth, or Jo (HR) for an informal chat about the role or for further information on 01773 571 535 or text 07854 486091.