Senior Care Assistant Days - Lawnfield - £1000 Welcome Bonus
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Job Details
Location: Lawnfield House, 5 King Street, Newcastle, BT33 0HD
Salary: £13.80 per hour + £1.00 per hour enhancement for 2 years
Hours: 2 x posts: 25 hours per week
Responsible to: Home Manager
Main Functions
As a member of the management team, under the Home Manager, to assist in the effective and efficient management of the Home on a day-to-day basis, maintaining good standards of professional practice as required by the Northern Ireland Social Care Council, while working within the Christian ethos of Lawnfield House. In the absence of the Home Manager (or Deputy Head), to exercise responsibility for all aspects of the operation of the Home and to relate to all callers including relatives and professionals.
Background Information
Lawnfield House is registered with the RQIA to provide residential respite care for up to 20 residents with various needs, including learning disabilities, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, or older age. The Home operates a No Smoking Policy.
Criteria
Qualifications and Knowledge
* Experience contributing to a care plan
* Understanding of adults requiring care
* Minimum NVQ/QCF Level 2 Award in Health and Social Care, with willingness to work towards Level 3
* Appropriate IT skills (Microsoft Word, email, RQIA portal, electronic recording systems)
Relevant Experience
* At least 2 years caring for older people, people with disabilities, or mental health needs
* Willingness to attain competency in medication administration within 4 weeks of start date
Special Circumstances
* Availability for flexible hours, including weekends and beyond normal shifts
* Maintain registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council
* Respect the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland
Application Details
Complete an application form and monitoring form available for download or request via email or phone. Closing date: 4 pm, Tuesday 6th May 2025. Note: The job may close earlier if sufficient applications are received. Sponsorship is not available.
Benefits
* Discount card
* Free uniform and training
* Enhanced annual leave, maternity pay, pension scheme
* Free Access NI and NISCC registration
* Free counselling for staff and households
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