Senior Care Assistant/Med Technician

Inglewood Nursing Home Limited; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a forward-thinking nursing home, seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant/Med Technician. In this full-time night shift role, you will lead a team, ensuring the highest standards of care for residents while managing medication administration according to NMC guidelines. You'll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of those in your care, with support from management and a commitment to personal development. Join a nurturing environment that values your contributions and offers a range of benefits, including competitive pay and opportunities for career growth. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is your chance to shine.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Pension and life assurance schemes

High street retail discounts

Discretionary sick pay

Employee wellbeing programmes

Free modern uniforms

Flexible work opportunities

Christmas bonus

Refer a friend bonus

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years experience in a similar role.
• Must hold NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of care and supervise Care Assistants.
• Administer prescribed medications and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Medication Administration

Resident Care

Supervisory Skills

Communication

Team Leadership

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Medication Administration Qualification

Job description

I declare I have the right to work in the UK and do not require sponsorship

About this role

At Canford Healthcare we specialise in providing quality residential and specialist care services across our group of care homes. A fantastic and exciting opportunity has arisen for aSenior Care Assistant/Med Technicianto become part of our team atParkfield House Nursing HomeinHillingdon, Uxbridge.

You will provide the highest possible standards of care and service to all residents, in addition to carrying out a supervisory role.

As a Senior Care Assistant/Med Technician, you will be in charge of a shift and will take responsibility for the smooth running of services whilst on duty. You will administer prescribed drugs in accordance with NMC Guidelines and Company Policy and Procedure. You will respond to emergencies and provide guidance and support to Care Assistants under the supervision of qualified Nursing Staff.

This is a full time night shift position, working 3nights (33 hours) per weekfrom8.00pm to 8.00am.

Key Duties will include:

Resident Care

• Contribute to the updating, development and review of care plans, ensuring involvement of residents / representatives at all times.
• To administer drugs and treatments as prescribed in accordance with NMC guidelines and Company Policy and Procedure.
• Carry out regular checks on residents and the environment, working with the Clinical Care Coordinator and Management Team where applicable, to ensure standards are maintained.

Management

• Act as a role model to all Care Assistants.
• Organise the care staff for the shift, delegate care based on your knowledge of the residents and staff levels and abilities.
• Supervise care delivery and report any concerns to the RGN in charge.
• Assist with staffing rotas and shift coverage as required.

General

• Adhere to the GSCC Code of Conduct.
• Be aware of the CQC Fundamental Standards.
• Take every opportunity to improve your skills and knowledge both by self-development.
• Assist the development of the company’s philosophy of person-centred care and strive to achieve associated goals.

The successful candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, a Medication Administration qualification and have a minimum of 2-3 years experience in a similar role.

In return you will be offered a fantastic working environment, strong support from our management team and a generous, competitive remuneration package including:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Automatic enrolment into our Pension and enhanced life assurance schemes
• Canford Rewards: offering a huge range of high street retail discounts
• Discretionary sick pay
• Employee wellbeing programmes including occupational health support
• Provided with free modern uniforms
• Flexible work opportunities available through our on-line rota system
• Christmas bonus & team celebrations
• Refer a friend bonus opportunity
• Employee loyalty initiatives
• Industry leading Learning & Development
• Plenty of opportunities for career development and the chance to get involved with innovative care projects.
• You would become part of the Canford Family.

If you have the right skills and experience, have drive, commitment, a caring outlook and are seeking a new exciting challenge then why not become part of our team.

Interested? Why not apply and begin your journey with Parkfield House Nursing Home.

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