Senior Health Care Assistant

Exemplar Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular supervision

Peer support

Career development opportunities

Wages access before payday

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Free DBS check

24/7 counselling and support

Blue Light Card eligibility

Job summary

Exemplar Health Care seeks a Senior Health Care Assistant to work closely with the Nurse in Charge and lead our care teams, supporting residents with day-to-day needs and promoting dignity, independence and respect.

You’ll contribute to high staffing levels on each unit, ensuring compassionate care, effective communication and strong teamwork across shifts. Experience in health and social care and relevant qualifications are essential.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification required.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above (or functional skills).
• Demonstrates caring, compassionate approach and ability to support residents’ day-to-day needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead care teams and supervise a group of care colleagues.
• Ensure care documentation is completed to a high standard.
• Support residents with personal care and meals.
• Encourage and enable residents to take part in social activities.

Skills

Caring

Team leadership

Communication

Empathy

Education

Level 3 HSC

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress.

About the role

Our Senior Health Care Assistants work closely with the Nurse in Charge and lead our Care Teams in supporting every aspect of our residents' day-to-day lives. No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• supporting people with their personal care


• assisting people at meal times


• understanding individual health and wellbeing needs


• encouraging and supporting people to take part in social activities, both in and out of the home


• promoting choice, dignity, independence and respect


• leading, motivating and supporting a team of care colleagues


• ensuring that care documentation is completed to a high standard

We have higher-than-average staffing levels when compared to other care providers. There are usually up to six colleagues on each unit that supports around ten people, giving you more time to spend with the people you support.

Above all, you're someone who identifies with our values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork.

Attributes and skills

• caring, kind, understanding and calm


• able to deal with, and defuse, challenging situations


• energetic and outgoing, with a positive, can-do attitude


• a great listener and communicator, able to build trust and rapport with people


• comfortable working on your own initiative - but you know when to escalation a motivating team leader

To apply for this role, you must have relevant experience, a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social care, plus Maths and English at GCSE Grade C or above (or relevant functional skills qualification).

What we offer

We offer great rewards and perks including:

• regular supervision


• peer support


• learning opportunities and career prospects


• access to wages before payday


• retail and lifestyle discounts


• free DBS check


• 24/7 counselling and support


• Blue Light Card eligibility

Please note, applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We're unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

About Exemplar Health Care

Exemplar Health Care began as a healthcare consultancy and training firm. But we soon saw a gap in the sector: a lack of care homes for younger adults living with complex needs. That insight shaped the mission we still live by today - to transform complex care and provide fulfilling opportunities for the people who need it most. We're now proud to have more than 60 care homes across England, providing nursing care for adults living with dementia, neuro-disabilities, mental health conditions, and physical disabilities. Whoever you are, and whatever experience you bring, there are lots of ways you can help us make every day better for the people we support.

What's happening at Exemplar Health Care

The people we support have unique needs and stories, but one thing stays the same across all our homes - we empower individuals to achieve personal goals in a safe and supportive environment. Every new colleague attends an induction to learn about our company and complete mandatory and role-specific training, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional care. Whether your goals are in care, nursing, management, quality or support, we provide the confidence, skills and knowledge to help you excel in your role and advance your career, if you wish. Happy, healthy colleagues mean better care for those we support. We offer a range of initiatives to ensure our colleagues thrive in safe and supportive environments. From paid RCNi Learning access and NMC PIN payments for nurses to lifestyle and retail discounts for everyone, our rewards ensure your career is as fulfilling as it is rewarding. From care homes to central support services, everyone plays a vital role. Read about the various jobs available and what it's like to work with us. #J-18808-Ljbffr