Senior Care Assistant (Night)

Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Senior Care Assistant in Kirkwall to provide high-quality care to residents. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, supporting physical and emotional well-being, and leading a team. Ideal candidates should have a Level 2 qualification and preferably experience in a Care Home. The role offers flexible hours with competitive benefits, including healthcare and well-being support.

Benefits

Company funded health benefits

Early pay access

Flexible working patterns

Discounted gym membership

Training support and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a Care Home environment.
• Experience of working as a Senior Care Assistant.
• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Care for residents' physical, psychological, and social needs.
• Assist residents with personal care activities.
• Provide support during meals.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care

Willingness to complete Level 3 qualification

Job description

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the uk and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role.

At Maria Mallaband Care Group, it’s our people who make us great, and we pride ourselves on how well we work together as a team.

Working with us will result in some excellent rewards & benefits including –

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.
• An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off total food bill
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Flexible working patterns
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage

About the Role

As a Senior Care Assistantfor Maria Mallaband Care Group we ask you to care for our residents like they are your own family, caring for their Physical, Psychological and Social needs. Assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing and assisting with meals. We would love to hear from you if you have previously worked as a Senior Care Assistant, Senior Care Giver, Homecare Worker, in Social Careor as a Community Support Worker.

We offer our care staffflexible hours on full or part time basis over the 7 day week to offer a good work-life balance.

*Candidates must have their level 2, with Senior Care experience and be willing to complete their Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (if not already obtained) in order to be considered for this role.

"Become a Key worker and make a difference"

About You:

• Experience of leading a team.
• A committed and organised approach.
• A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible to work shifts.
• If you would like to use your care experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the best quality care you’d expect for your loved ones, then MMCG is a rewarding place to be.

Additional experience desirable for this role:

• Previous experience working in a Care Home environment (Essential).
• Experience of working as a Senior Care Assistant (Essential).
• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (desirable but not essential to commence in the role, although essential to complete on successful appointment of the role if not already obtained and much already have your level 2)

Apply now

If you’re ready to start your journey as a Senior Care Assistant with Maria Mallaband Care Group please don’t delay and apply today!