Senior Care Assistant (Weekend Position)

TN United Kingdom; Retford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Senior Care Professional for a rewarding weekend role. In this position, you'll provide high-quality care, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients while mentoring less experienced colleagues. Your role includes conducting competency checks, reviewing care plans, and supporting both clients and the care team. With flexible weekend hours and a commitment to ongoing training, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community. Join a supportive and inclusive team dedicated to excellence in care.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Flexible Weekend Hours

Ongoing Training

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in community home care.
• Excellent knowledge of care quality assurance processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as standby for emergency care situations.
• Conduct competency checks with care professionals.
• Review and provide feedback on client care plans.

Skills

Community Home Care Experience

Care Quality Assurance

Communication Skills

Mentoring Skills

Compassionate Care

Flexibility

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Posted:

26.04.2025

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10.06.2025

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Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Care Professional to join our dedicated team for a weekend role. If you're passionate about providing high-quality care and supporting others in the industry, this role is for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Emergency Cover: Act as a standby to cover care in emergency situations, ensuring continuity of care and safety for our clients.
• Quality Assurance: Complete regular checks to maintain high standards of care, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Competency Checks: Conduct competency checks with care professionals, ensuring all team members meet required standards.
• Care Plans and Assessments: Review and provide feedback on client care plans and assessments, ensuring they are up-to-date and reflect the best possible care.
• Support Visits: Undertake client visits as needed to support both care recipients and the care team.
• Mentoring and Support: Offer guidance, mentoring, and support to new care professionals, helping them settle into their roles and develop their skills.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Proven experience in community home care.
• Excellent knowledge of care quality assurance processes and standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to mentor and support less experienced colleagues.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and proactive approach to care.
• Flexible and able to cover emergency situations at short notice.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information

Benefits:

• Competitive pay.
• Flexible weekend hours (10 hours each day over the weekend).
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, inclusive team environment.

If you’re an experienced Senior Care Professional looking for a rewarding weekend role, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those who need it most.

We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Insteadis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.