Job summary
As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. And, by joining us, you'll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.
Main duties of the job
Please note that this is a full-time role working day shifts only - 44 hours per week. Full flexibility is required. As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. This will mean planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. You will get to know our residents and their families, helping to ensure we deliver truly personalised care plans. Leading a team of Care Assistants, you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of care and you'll be a real influence on the rest of the team. Whether you are showing someone how to use a walking frame, helping someone at the end of their life to eat a meal or talking to a resident's family on the phone, you'll do so with a sense of kindness above anything else. Assisting the Registered Nurse and Care Manager, you will be involved in providing essential physical and mental stimulation through a range of social and recreational activities, as well as administering medication. One of your key responsibilities as Senior Care Assistant is to maintain accurate records of the job you do and build strong relationships with the rest of your team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care desirable but not essential.
Desirable
* S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care desirable but not essential.
Experience
Essential
* Relevant experience in a care setting.
Desirable
* Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant.
Additional Criteria
Essential
* Commitment to providing high-quality care.
Desirable
* Ability to work well in a team.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name: HC-One
Address:
Pategill Road
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 8RG
Employer's website: https://apply.hc-one.co.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr