Saffron Walden, England, United Kingdom
Job Overview
As a Bank Senior Care Assistant at our Stanley Wilson Lodge Care Home, you will be part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional and social support to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities and mental health issues.
Responsibilities
* Work alongside and mentor a team of Care Assistants to ensure outstanding care is delivered at all times.
* Report to the Home Manager and collaborate with ancillary teams and other Senior Care Assistants.
* Engage in meaningful activities with residents, promoting independence, choice, dignity and respect.
* Create person‑centred care plans and risk assessments, with regular updates and reviews.
* Support residents in all aspects of care, from personal hygiene to nutritional needs.
Qualifications and Experience
* Two years experience as a Senior Care Assistant with an NVQ 2/3 qualification in Health and Social Care.
* Experience in a nursing or care home or home care work.
* Understanding of regulatory frameworks – Care Quality Commission (CQC).
* Knowledge and practice of working with people experiencing dementia.
* Desirable: experience prompting/administering medication using an electronic e‑MAR system.
* Enthusiastic, inspiring and caring attitude.
What we offer
* Salary review, enhanced bank holiday pay and annual salary review.
* 28 days holiday including bank holidays.
* Paid uniform and DBS certificate funded by Excelcare.
* Comprehensive induction programme and funded qualifications via apprenticeship where required.
* Employee of the month (£100) and team appreciation week.
* Blue Light Card reimbursement and free on‑site parking.
* Refer a Friend scheme (£500 reward for each referral).
* 0 hour contract; pick up shifts as and when available to cover sickness, annual leave, vacancies etc.
* Night shifts available 8pm‑8am, Monday to Sunday.
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