Senior Care Assistant - Nights

Orchard Court Care Home; Grasby CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care facility in the UK is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for night shifts. The role includes providing high-quality care, leading teams, and ensuring the wellbeing of residents. Ideal candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in a similar environment. This position offers a competitive salary of £15.46 per hour plus additional incentives and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Annual performance-related pay increases

28 Days holiday including Bank Holidays

NEST Pension Scheme with employer contribution

Refer a friend incentive up to £1,000

Low-cost meals on shift

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience as a Care Assistant in a residential/nursing home setting.
• Awareness of the principles of Person-Centred Care Planning.
• Knowledge of abuse prevention and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide highest levels of care for residents.
• Promote residents' independence and wellbeing.
• Lead shifts and support team members.
• Document medication rounds accurately.
• Challenge poor practices and investigate complaints.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Leadership skills

Excellent people skills

Caring and nurturing attitude

Positive and enthusiastic outlook

Good time management skills

Good written and oral communication skills

Prepared to take on extra training

Education

Relevant Professional qualification (e.g., Registered Nurse or NVQ minimum level 3)

Job description

Job Title: Senior Care Assistant - Nights

Salary: £15.46ph - from 1st Jan 26 - Plus Incentives

Hours: Full Time 3-4 shifts per week - 7.30pm to 7.45am (to include alternate weekends)

Location: Brigg DN20 8DL

Employer: Orchard Court Care Home, owned by Jasmine Healthcare

• Make a difference in the care sector?
• Work for a Mission & Values led organisation?
• Thrive and meet your potential?
• Be recognised and rewarded?

What can Jasmine offer you?

In line with its Mission, Jasmine tries to do everything possible to "prioritise our people", as we believe that the happiness of our residents is dependent on the engagement and wellbeing of our team. Consequently Jasmine offers the following to those that perform this valuable role :

• Salary - We pay top quartile market salaries
• Pay Rises - Annual Performance related pay increases of up to 8% in addition to any cost of living increase
• Holiday - 28 Days including Bank Holidays
• Pension - We encourage everyone to sign-up for our NEST Pension Scheme, which we contribute 3% of salary to
• Bonusly Points - These are exchangeable for various vouchers or cash (with all tax paid by Jasmine) via PayPal, and are earned by obtaining recognition from your colleagues, good mandatory training, good attendance, and various other ways you contribute positively to the team and our residents' lives
• Training - All relevant qualifications are fully funded to help you progress, and we will reward you with a financial bonus of up to £500
• Refer a friend incentive - Up to £1,000 for referring a suitable team member
• Meals - Enjoy low-cost meals at just £1 per course while on shift - the curry is a must-try!
• Short Notice shift incentives
• Employee Assistance Programme - Access to free counselling and valuable well-being advice 24 / 7
• DBS check - We pay for this
• Uniform - We provide as many uniforms as you require (subject to fair use policy)

A little about Orchard Court Care Home :

Orchard Court is located near the centre of Brigg. The home is set around a former coaching inn, which has been selectively extended in keeping with its character. This provides the homeliness that Jasmine seeks for its homes, whilst still providing modern living accommodation. The home provides personal care, including dementia care for 39 residents.

Competencies for Senior Care Assistant :

• Ability to work under pressure
• Leadership skills
• Excellent people skills
• A caring and nurturing attitude
• Positive and enthusiastic outlook
• Good time management skills
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Prepared to take on extra training as required

Day to Day Responsibilities for Senior Care Assistant :

• Provide the highest possible levels of care in supporting and assisting residents in all aspects of daily living.
• Promote residents' independence with a focus on choice, dignity and respect, alongside promoting their physical and emotional wellbeing and giving input during shift handovers.
• Lead the shift to ensure high standards are maintained, and other team members feel supported.
• Complete daily medication rounds and document consistently without errors, ensuring daily charts are completed to a high standard by all team members on all shifts you will be responsible for leading.
• Promote good practice in all aspects of care, challenge poor practice from other team members, ensure one-to-ones for all care and support team members are done every two months and investigate complaints and concerns as directed by the Home Manager.

Essential Requirements for Senior Care Assistant :

• Relevant Professional qualification (e.g., Registered Nurse or NVQ minimum level 3).
• Minimum of two years' experience as a Care Assistant in a residential / nursing home setting.
• Awareness of the principles of Person-Centred Care Planning.
• Knowledge and understanding of prevention of abuse of vulnerable adults, recognition of signs of abuse and procedures to follow in the event of an allegation of abuse.
• Live within 30 minutes of the Home.

Preferred Requirements for Senior Care Assistant :

• Two years' experience in a similar role in a nursing home.
• At least one year of experience working in a similar role in a residential or nursing home; or
• At least two years of experience in a Senior Care role in a residential or nursing home.
• One year experience of caring for residents living with dementia.
• NVQ Level 4 in Adult Health and Social Care or above.
• Knowledge of National Care Standards Act 2000.
• Conducting effective person-centred One-to-Ones.
• Experience of managing a team.

A little about Jasmine Healthcare :

By prioritising our people, our mission is to provide the highest standards of care to as many elderly residents as possible. Below are a few of the ways that we objectively demonstrate we are achieving our Mission :

• Well over half our team have a relevant Diploma qualification with another fifth currently studying for one.
• We have a 4.8 star rating (out of 5.0) on Indeed as a top employer.
• We have Good and Outstanding Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection reports.
• We have a 9.7 rating (out of 10.0) on www.carehome.co.uk.

As well as constantly being guided by our Mission, Jasmine places a significant amount of emphasis on everyone in our team exemplifying our values, which can be found on our website at www.jasminehealthcare.co.uk. Consequently, our values play an important role in all our recruitment process and recruitment decisions.

Take a look at Jasmine's facebook page, to get more of a feel of what we're all about, by clicking here.

Join us for a rewarding career where you'll be supported, recognised, and appreciated!

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