Care Assistant • NVQ Level 2/3 in Direct Care if possible • Ability to attend to and assist with a range of physical care needs. • Ability to work without close supervision. • Empathy with the needs of the relevant client group. • Ability to follow care plans and instructions. • Ability to maintain/complete records. • Good communication skills, both written and verbal. • Caring and understanding attitude. • Qualification or proven ability in literacy and basic mathematics. • Understanding of confidentiality and privacy. • Caring and understanding attitude • Understanding of legislation relating to the relevant client group. • Experience of working with the relevant client group Senior Care Assistant • Current medication training and experience. • Previous experience in a similar role within a care home or similar environment. • Appropriate qualification – NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) or above. • Significant knowledge and application of relevant legislation e.g., Care Standards Act 2000, Community Care Act 1991. • Significant knowledge of risk assessment process. • Significant knowledge of care planning process obtained in a similar environment. • Ability to lead, manage and communicate effectively with team members. • Ability to plan, organise and monitor own work. • Experience of understanding and applying anti-discriminatory practice. • Understanding of Safeguarding Adults policy and procedures • Significant experience of assessing individual client needs