Senior Care Assistant - Nights: Compassionate Care Leader

NHS Jobs; Upper Sheringham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS check funded

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Senior Care Assistant - Nights at Westwood Cre Home in Sheringham. You will work with the care team to deliver high standards of personal care in a safe, inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff.

The ideal candidate will have NVQ 3 or equivalent, 2 years’ experience in a similar care setting, and strong communication skills. DBS check required, to be funded by Avery Healthcare.

Qualifications

• Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• Have 2 years experience working in similar care environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the wellbeing of residents and update care plans as needed.
• Contribute to person-centred care planning, with monthly evaluations.
• Support residents with medication requirements.
• Undertake staff supervision and support staff development where required.
• Act as a key point of contact for residents, relatives, visitors and health/social care professionals.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Positive attitude

Flexibility and responsiveness

Education

NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes

Job description

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Senior Care Assistant - Nights at Westwood Cre Home in Sheringham. You will work with the care team to deliver high standards of personal care in a safe, inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff.

The ideal candidate will have NVQ 3 or equivalent, 2 years’ experience in a similar care setting, and strong communication skills. DBS check required, to be funded by Avery Healthcare.