Senior Care Assistant – Night

Prestwickcare; Denton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-run business as a Senior Care Assistant at a state-of-the-art care home in Denton. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment, where you can make a real difference in the lives of residents. You will assist with daily living activities, build meaningful relationships, and ensure the highest standards of care are maintained. With full training provided and a focus on personal development, this is an exciting time to be part of a growing team dedicated to providing exceptional care. Don't miss out on this chance to elevate your career in the care industry!

Benefits

Full Training Package

Staff Leisure Discount Card

Supportive Environment

Qualifications

• Experience in the care industry or a genuine interest in care.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing care and ensuring residents' dignity.
• Dispense medication and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Communication Skills

Care Provision

Medication Dispensing

Relationship Building

Education

Vocational Training in Care

DBS Check

Job description

Job Description

Prestwick Care is a successful family run business in the North-East of England and we are currently recruiting for a Senior Care Assistant to work Full-Time at Brooke House. This is an amazing opportunity for a Care Assistant who is looking for that next step in their career to join Prestwick Care at an exciting time of growth for the Company.

Brooke House is located in Denton, just outside of Newcastle. It is a state-of-the-art care home which offers stunning views of the whole of the Tyne Valley to its residents. Its spacious and luxurious accommodation gives the sense of comfort and opulence to its residents and families.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the provision of care
2. Ensure residents retain their dignity and individuality
3. Act as a role model for the other care staff
4. Build up good relationships with the residents
5. Assist residents to carry out their activities of daily living e.g. washing, dressing, eating and bathing.
6. Dispense medication and ensure correct recording of all relevant information relating to medication (after satisfactory completion of the Safe Handling of Medicines course).
7. Complete, observe & review care planning needs for residents
8. Complete and maintain accurate and legible records as instructed and in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.

What we are looking for:

1. Previous experience within the care industry OR genuine interest in working in the care environment
2. Great communication skills both written and verbal
3. Willingness to participate in Vocational Training Programmes
4. Satisfactory DBS check, and check against the ISA List (where applicable)

Why should you apply?

1. Full training package
2. Increasing portfolio of experience within the homes
3. Supportive environment
4. Staff Leisure Discount Card

Please don’t miss out on this opportunity, apply with your CV today!