Senior Care Assistant — Lead Care Team & Resident Wellbeing

Welford Healthcare; Elstead; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction programme

Ongoing training and development

Free DBS

Blue Light Card discount

Uniform

Workplace pension

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Bridge House Care Home in Farnham Road, Elstead, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join a dedicated team. Hours include days or nights, with full-time and part-time options.

You will support residents with personal care, activities, medication administration, and lead a team of care assistants on shift. Care Certificate is required and you must be willing to undertake NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care to qualify.

Qualifications

• Care Certificate must be held and NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care to qualify for the position.
• Good written and spoken communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and flexible to alternate weekends.

Responsibilities

• Promote physical and emotional well-being of residents in all aspects of life.
• Provide personal care: washing, hygiene and dressing assistance.
• Assist with mealtimes and daily activities.
• Deliver person-centred care, maintaining residents' independence and dignity.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in regular training.
• Lead a team of care assistants and collaborate with external health professionals.
• Administer medications as required.

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

IT systems

Problem solving

Education

Care Certificate

NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Bridge House Care Home in Farnham Road, Elstead, is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join a dedicated team. Hours include days or nights, with full-time and part-time options.

You will support residents with personal care, activities, medication administration, and lead a team of care assistants on shift. Care Certificate is required and you must be willing to undertake NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care to qualify.