Senior Health Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a welcoming care centre in Sidcup, dedicated to providing high-quality care for residents of all ages. As a Care Assistant, you will support daily living activities, ensuring a safe and friendly environment. This role emphasizes a person-centred approach, encouraging your growth and flexibility in working arrangements. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives and thrive in a supportive atmosphere, this position is perfect for you. Embrace the opportunity to develop your skills while providing essential care to those in need.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing personal care and support to residents.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living activities to ensure high standards of care.
• Assist in training and supervising junior staff members.
• Monitor residents' well-being and liaise with GPs.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Care Certificate

First Aid Certification

Job description

Job Description for Care Assistant

Join our team at Baugh House Care Centre, located near Sidcup High Street. Our centre offers a warm, homely environment with both residential and nursing care for residents of all ages. We are committed to providing high-quality care with a focus on compassion, safety, and individual needs.

Working Hours: 22 hours per week

Our Values and What We Expect:

• Respond with compassion to the individual needs of residents.
• Maintain a warm, friendly, safe, and healthy environment for residents and staff.
• Adopt a person-centred approach to care.
• Encourage training and self-development among team members.
• Be flexible with working arrangements, including alternate weekends.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support residents with daily living activities to ensure high standards of care.
• Assist in training and supervising junior staff members.
• Respond to the Nurse Call system, answer the door and phone, and pass messages promptly.
• Monitor residents' well-being and liaise with GPs and support managers.
• Conduct regular checks on residents as directed by senior staff.
• Provide personal and psychological care, including medication administration, toileting, and bathing, in a professional manner.
• Complete necessary records accurately and within specified timeframes, including changeover and Keyworker documentation.