Senior Care Assistant
Pay: From £13\.21 per hour
Job Description:
Please note we do not offer sponsorship at this time
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our dedicated team within a reputable care home. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for providing high\-quality care to our residents. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of elderly individuals, supporting their independence and wellbeing. The position involves supervising care staff, developing personalised care plans, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional care standards.
Duties
- Lead and supervise a team of care assistants, ensuring the delivery of compassionate and professional care
- Assist residents with daily activities such as personal hygiene, mobility, medication management, and meal preparation
- Develop, review, and implement personalised care plans in collaboration with residents and their families
- Monitor residents' health and wellbeing, reporting any concerns to healthcare professionals promptly
- Maintain accurate documentation of care activities and resident progress using IT systems
- Foster a positive environment that promotes dignity, respect, and independence for all residents
- Support training and mentoring of junior staff members to uphold high standards of care
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations within the care home setting
- Drive organisational initiatives to improve service quality and resident satisfaction
- Proven experience working within a care home environment specialising in senior or elderly care
- Supervising or leadership experience in a healthcare setting is highly desirable
- Knowledge of developing and managing care plans tailored to individual needs
- Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and team members
- Competent in using IT systems for documentation and reporting purposes
- Valid driving licence is advantageous for roles involving transportation responsibilities but not essential
- Previous experience in senior care roles demonstrating empathy, patience, and professionalism
Job Types: Full\-time, Part\-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company events
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On\-site parking
- Store discount
Job Types: Full\-time, Part\-time, Permanent
Pay: From £13\.21 per hour
Work Location: In person
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