Senior Care Assistant - Heanor Park - Ashmere

ASHMERE DERBYSHIRE LIMITED; Heanor; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Heanor is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to join their team. The role involves providing excellent care, administering medication, and ensuring the well-being of residents. Ideal candidates should hold or be willing to work towards an NVQ3, demonstrating compassion and effective communication skills.

Benefits

Welcome aboard bonus

Discretionary Attendance Bonus

Refer a Friend Scheme

Pension

Ongoing Training and Development

Staff Incentives

Growth and career progression

Monthly company induction

Qualifications

• Flexible in working all shifts.
• Experience of running shifts.
• Experience in administering medication.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with residents and staff.
• Assist with personal care and meal times.
• Responsible for staff allocation and medication administration.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Flexibility

Education

NVQ3 in Health and Social Care

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 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 ensuring 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, administrating 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, 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 kit you out with uniform, pay for your DBS check, provide you with regular training and maybe even spoil you with cake from time to time!

As well as the above we also have:

Annual Ashmere Awards Ceremony

Welcome aboard bonus

Discretionary Attendance Bonus

Refer a Friend Scheme

Pension

Ongoing Training and Development

Staff Incentives

Growth and carer progression

Does it sound like what you have been looking for? What are you waiting for – apply now or call Carrie, Beth or Jo (HR) for an informal chat about the role or for further information on 01773 571 535 or text 07854 486091.

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