Overview
A fantastic job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Senior Support Worker to work in an exceptional nursing home based in the Weymouth, Dorset area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers. This nursing home specialises in general & dementia nursing, residential and respite care for the elderly. The home is currently rated as ‘Good' by CQC.
To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care
Responsibilities
As a Senior Support Worker your key duties include:
* Recognise and facilitate the daily needs of residents
* Conduct formal supervisions and appraisals
* Contributing to care planning and coaching support workers
* Take an active professional role in promoting the services offered when dealing with relatives, prospective residents and enquiries
* Participate in updating and writing care plans and resident documentation
* Be responsible for making and reporting realistic assessments of each resident to ensure continuity of care
* Be responsible for administrating medication to the residents in accordance with policies and procedures
Qualifications and experience
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
* Proven experience of working in a care setting
* A good team player
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Have a genuine desire to care for others
Salary and benefits
The successful Senior Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £13.25 per hour and the annual salary is £24,804 per annum. We currently have permanent vacancies for both days and night shifts available. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
* Pension scheme
* Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
* Enhanced rates for bank holidays
* Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Awards)
* Paid breaks
* Uniform provided
* Refer a friend scheme
* Costs for an enhanced DBS
* Rewards for years of service
Reference
Reference ID: 4762
How to apply
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV
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