Senior Care Assistant: Impactful Resident Support

Avery Healthcare Group; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join our caring team. You will work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care in a safe, supportive environment for residents, visitors and staff.

Key responsibilities include monitoring wellbeing, participating in monthly care plan evaluations, assisting with medications, supervising staff, and acting as a main contact for residents and families while escalating concerns as needed.

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar care environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Positive attitude toward residents and staff.
• Responsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents' wellbeing and update care plans as needed.
• Contribute to person-centred care planning and monthly evaluations.
• Support residents with medication requirements.
• Conduct staff supervision and support staff development.
• Act as key contact for residents, relatives and professionals, and escalate concerns.

Skills

Effective communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Customer care

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join our caring team. You will work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care in a safe, supportive environment for residents, visitors and staff.

Key responsibilities include monitoring wellbeing, participating in monthly care plan evaluations, assisting with medications, supervising staff, and acting as a main contact for residents and families while escalating concerns as needed.