Senior Care Assistant - Nights

St Philips Care Group; Selby; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for night shifts. This role involves leading a team to deliver high-quality care, ensuring residents' dignity and independence. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and a passion for elderly care. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for progression and comprehensive training.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for progression

Comprehensive training

Paid induction and shadow shifts

Flexible working opportunities

Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100

Qualifications

• Experience as a senior in a Residential Care or Nursing Home.
• Passion for elderly care.
• Understanding of health needs and care planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a team of care workers.
• Manage care planning processes and medication delivery.
• Ensure compliance with care policies and procedures.

Skills

Elderly care

Medication administration

Holistic care

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Senior Care Assistant

Nights, 33 hours per week.

St Philip's Care is dedicated to providing outstanding care to our clients, which is why we are an award-winning company and have been named 'The most outstanding care group in the UK' and 'The most outstanding Residential Care Management Team in the UK'.

The role of a Senior Care Assistant is an important and valued position within the Health & Social Care industry.

You will lead, develop, and coordinate a team of care workers to provide the highest standards of care to our residents, ensuring that their dignity is always maintained.

Job Role: To support the Manager in the overall management of the home. You will assume responsibilities of the Manager in their absence. Create an environment that respects the rights and wishes of residents, encourages person-centred care, and maximizes independence.

The successful candidate will join a close-knit, friendly team committed to delivering quality service.

As a Senior Care Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Understanding and providing for the health needs of residents and understanding the impact on clients and families when ongoing care is required.
• Assisting residents with daily care needs they would normally undertake themselves if able.
• Participating in holistic caring activities.
• Providing care aimed at optimizing residents' independence.
• Promoting residents' participation in care planning and reviews.
• Managing care planning processes, including medication and care delivery for designated residents.
• Respecting residents' rights to confidentiality.
• Moving and handling, dressing, and assisting residents with hygiene and dressing.
• Observing and reporting any changes in residents' conditions.
• Reporting hazards or unsafe equipment to the Manager.
• Attending mandatory in-service training and staff development sessions.
• Ensuring care delivery complies with all relevant policies, procedures, and practices.

Desirable qualifications and experience:

• NVQ Level 3 /MA Level 3 in Health and Social Care or working towards it.
• Previous experience as a senior in a Residential Care or Nursing Home.
• A passion for elderly care.
• Experience with medication administration.

Benefits of working with the St Philips Family:

• A supportive, inclusive, and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for progression and further qualifications — learn while you earn!
• Four-weekly pay periods.
• Comprehensive training provided.
• Paid induction and shadow shifts.
• E-learning incentive scheme.
• Paid holidays.
• Flexible working opportunities to fit your lifestyle.
• Rewards scheme for staff.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00.