Senior Health Care Assistant NVQ 2 or 3 £500 Start-up Bonus

Marcus care Homes Limited; Enstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home provider in Enstone is seeking a Senior Carer to assist clients with personal care needs and manage the team. Responsibilities include keeping accurate records, participating in training, and liaising with health professionals. Ideal candidates will have NVQ 2/3 or equivalent qualifications and experience in the care sector.

Benefits

Accommodation available on site

Hot meal provided on duty

Car park facility available

Qualifications

• Experience working as a senior carer in care sector or in a hospital environment.
• Clinical knowledge or clinical background.
• Studying towards managing career is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care needs including bathing and dressing.
• Manage the floor and your team.
• Keep records accurate and up to date.
• Participate in all home activities and trainings.
• Liaise with care professionals and local authorities.
• Carry out medications in line with policies.

Skills

Personal care

Reliability

Record keeping

Time management

Experience in care sector

Clinical knowledge

NVQ 2/3 or equivalent

Education

NVQ 2/3 or equivalent qualifications

Job description

Overview

PRINCIPAL DUTIES: PCS update (write care plan & review) and carry out weekly/monthly audits.

Responsibilities

• 3-4 days shift work: assist clients with all aspects of their personal care needs as required including bathing, washing, dressing and undressing.
• Be in charge of your team and manage the floor.
• Keep records up to date, ensuring all recording is accurate.
• Participate in the home's activities internally and externally.
• Participate in training courses as arranged.
• Use appropriate infection control procedures to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Provide support to relatives and friends.
• Assist in maintaining client records and carry out care audits.
• Attend all training sessions as required.
• Liaise with GP, care professionals, local authorities and other clinical authorities.
• Carry out medications in line with the requirements and medication policy.
• To participate in any other duties which may be required from time to time.

Key Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Personal care
• Reliability
• Record keeping
• Time management
• Experience working as a senior carer in care sector or in a hospital environment
• Clinical knowledge or clinical background
• NVQ 2/3 or equalling qualifications or studying towards a managing career

Accommodation available on site if required. Hot meal provided on duty. Car park facility available. No work permits.