Trainee Senior Care Assistant

Orchard Care Homes; New Gate; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is looking for a Trainee Senior Care Assistant to join their team. The role involves delivering personalised care, supporting residents, and leading a care team. Applicants must have NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, and a compassionate nature is essential. This position offers comprehensive training and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in social care is preferred.
• Must have NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care.
• Ability to provide specialised care for residents living with dementia.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate personalised care.
• Administer medication in accordance with requirements.
• Lead, support, and develop the care team.
• Implement personalised care plans tailored to residents' needs.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Patient

Willingness to learn

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

As a Trainee Senior Care Assistant, you will receive comprehensive training and support from our experienced team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing your skills and progressing to a senior role
• Assisting with daily activities of living and personal care
• Creating a warm, supportive environment for residents

Main Duties

• Assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate personalised care
• Administering medication in line with prescribed requirements
• Lead, supervise, support, and develop the care team
• Communicate effectively with external professionals, residents, and relatives
• Implement personalised care plans tailored to each resident\'s needs
• Provide specialised care and support for residents living with dementia

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people\'s lives? Do you have a kind and caring nature? Do you love working with people living with Dementia and have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care? If you\'re looking to advance your career in social care, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

• Previous experience in social care
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (mandatory)
• Compassionate, reliable, and patient
• Willingness to learn and progress within the role including undertaking a level 3 qualification

Orchard Care Homes is dedicated to delivering high-quality, individualised care to meet each resident\'s needs. We focus on appropriate medication management and providing meaningful activities for everyone, including specialised care for residents living with dementia. Penwortham Grange & Lodge - a modern and bright care home in Penwortham, specialising in care for older people. Penwortham Grange provides 24-hour residential care for 44 residents, while the separate Penwortham Lodge gives round the clock additional dementia support for 42 elderly residents.

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development is always encouraged, and you will receive plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.