Senior Health Care Assistant

Pj Care; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

DBS funded

Holiday entitlement

Career development

Long-service awards

Job summary

PJ Care are seeking a Senior Health Care Assistant for our Bluebirds residence. You will provide compassionate, person-centred care and support residents with daily living activities, ensuring dignity and safety. Experience is welcome, but your caring nature, reliability and teamwork are key.

You will participate in activities, support at mealtimes, and help residents live fuller lives. We offer progression opportunities and a supportive environment, with DBS funded and visa sponsorship not

Qualifications

• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) is clear.
• Satisfactory references provided.
• Eligible to work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for residents with daily living activities while ensuring dignity and safety.
• Assist with washing, toileting, dressing and mealtimes and support participation in activities.

Skills

Care experience

Leadership potential

Team player

Job description

About The Role

Senior Health Care Assistant for PJ Care Bluebirds!

Are you ready to boost your career with specialist roles in healthcare?

PJ Care provides expert 24 - hour residential specialist neurological care.

Join our caring, compassionate and committed team working towards making a difference to people's lives every day with a rewarding career at PJ care. Whether you are new to the care sector or have experience, working within PJ Care can be incredibly fulfilling when supporting our residents ensuring they live as fuller lives as possible.

• Neurodegenerative diseases
• Functional Neurological Disorders (FND)
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Frontal temporal dementias
• Long-term and complex care needs

The role

It is key to remember that each one of our residences have their own individual needs and preferences so you would need to care for them as if they were a member of your family. Part of your role would be to support them with every aspect of daily living, from washing and toileting to dressing and assisting at mealtimes where required. By providing them dignified person-centered care will ensure their needs are being met.

About you

It is great if you have experience working in care however your personal qualities are key and should shine through, you must be cheerful, give big smiles be caring and compassionate that will help with the care we provide each of our residences.

Each day can be varied so you would need to think on your feet, open to participate in daily activities like dancing and singing along with our residents.

Timekeeping is crucial, you should arrive on time, take your time to listen, understand and provide the best care.

What We’re Looking For

• An experienced Senior Health Care Assistants who are passionate about providing exceptional care
• Professionals committed to upholding the highest standards of practice
• An experienced Senior Health Care Assistants who are eager to develop their leadership and clinical skills

Essential you have

• A clear DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service)
• Satisfactory References
• Eligible to work in the United Kingdom

Career Growth and Opportunities

Whether you’re starting your career or looking to advance, following a successful probation:

• You could look to complete a Level 2 or Level 3 apprenticeship
• For the more ambitious among us there are opportunities of Nurse associate roles
• Ongoing continuing professional development

What You’ll Gain by joining PJ Care, you will

• Make a meaningful impact in residents' lives
• Receive continuous support in your career progression
• Be part of a workplace culture driven by innovation and collaboration

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay: £12.96 - £14.31
• Enhanced pay options
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Fully funded enhanced DBS
• Long-service awards and recognition
• Career development opportunities with salary increments

PJ Care are not able to sponsor Visa’s

Our Commitment to Inclusion

PJ Care champions Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in all aspects of our organisation. We support every team member and resident in reaching their full potential in an environment where everyone feels valued and safe.

Join Us

If you’re ready to advance your career in an award-winning neurological service, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to make a difference in the lives of our residents while growing professionally in a supportive and rewarding environment.

All staff employed by PJ Care are individually responsible and expected to safeguard and promote the safety and welfare of all individuals who access PJ Care services to ensure everyone is protected from actual or potential harm.