Senior Care Assistants

Nurses Direct; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to join their relief team in the Plymouth area. This role involves providing compassionate, person-centred care to residents in various care settings, including nursing and residential homes. With flexible hours and competitive pay, this opportunity allows you to balance work and life while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. Join a supportive company that prioritizes your professional development and offers a wide range of clients to match your skills. If you are passionate about care and looking for a rewarding position, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Time and a half pay on bank holidays

Double pay on Christmas Day

Excellent mileage pay

Generous annual leave

Flexible hours

Free uniform

Career development

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience as a Senior Carer in the UK.
• Medication trained and NVQ level 3 or above in Health and Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic, person-centred care ensuring residents' well-being.
• Administer medication and coordinate with the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Good time keeping

Teamwork

Adaptability

High standard of hygiene

Education

NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Nurses Direct is currently seeking professional Senior Care Assistant to join our relief team and cover our client’s temporary contracts in Plymouth area. We provide temporary coverage for our clients' contracts across the South-West of England, encompassing a wide range of care settings, including Nursing Homes, Residential Homes, and Private Hospitals.

Nurses Direct is a local company with a network of high-profile clients across the south of the UK. We are committed to supporting our workforce, providing them with the necessary skills to excel in their roles and develop their careers.

Requirements:

• NVQ level 3 or above in Health and Social Care
• Medication trained.
• Minimum 6 months experience as a Senior Carer in UK.
• Strong work ethic.
• Good time keeping.
• Can work well within a team.
• High standard of hygiene.
• Can easily adapt in new environments.

Why choose Nurses Direct?

• Hourly pay between £14.50 - £31 per hour
• We pay weekly!
• Time and half pay on bank holiday and double pay on Christmas Day.
• Excellent mileage pay (£0.30pp mile after the first 10 miles)
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Flexible hours to suit your working availability.
• We understand your need for a better work to life balance.
• Fully interactive booking system.
• A wide range of clients so we can find the roles that best suit your skills.
• Opportunity to choose from our full-time vacancies.
• Temp to perm available.
• Free uniform.
• Career development
• Pension scheme

Responsibilities:

• Provide holistic, person-centred care to our clients' residents, ensuring their well-being and comfort.
• Perform tasks such as medication administration, assessments, care planning, and coordination with the multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain a high standard of hygiene and infection control practices.
• Demonstrate a warm, compassionate, and personable nature, working with patience, tact, and understanding.

To apply for this role, please send your CV to [e-mail] or contact us on 01752 418 400 EXT 1.