Senior Care Lead: Mentor Team & Dignified Elder Care

Orchard Care Homes Ltd.; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Long Service Awards

Making a Difference awards

EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)

Pension

Fully funded DBS check

Job summary

Orchard Care Homes Eaton Court in Grimsby is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead and support the care team, ensuring high-quality care is delivered. You will administer medications, monitor residents, and liaise with healthcare professionals and families, while promoting dignity and independence for each resident.

The role involves supervising staff, contributing to audits, and participating in team meetings. A Level 3 in Health & Social Care and dementia-care experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care.
• Experience in elderly care or dementia support is required.
• Committed to ongoing professional development and learning.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting the care team to deliver high-quality care.
• Administering medication safely and accurately.
• Monitoring residents' wellbeing and updating care records.
• Liaising with healthcare professionals and families.
• Assisting residents with personal care, meals, and daily activities.
• Keeping the home clean, safe, and welcoming.
• Promoting dignity, independence, and choice for every resident.
• Participating in audits, inspections, and team meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Compassion

Reliability

Willing to learn

Education

Level 3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Orchard Care Homes Eaton Court in Grimsby is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead and support the care team, ensuring high-quality care is delivered. You will administer medications, monitor residents, and liaise with healthcare professionals and families, while promoting dignity and independence for each resident.

The role involves supervising staff, contributing to audits, and participating in team meetings. A Level 3 in Health & Social Care and dementia-care experience are essential.