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Salary: £14.80ph plus incentives Location: Rushden, NN10 0SN Job Title: Senior Care Assistant - Days Hours: Full time – 7am-7pm, 3 shifts per week (including alternate weekends) Employer: Avenue House Nursing and Care Home, owned by Jasmine Healthcare
Overview
Seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to support and care for residents in a modern, regency-style nursing home. The role involves delivering high-quality, person‑centred care while fostering independence, dignity and enjoyment for all residents.
What Jasmine can offer you
* Salary – top quartile market pay
* Performance‑related pay rises up to 8%, plus any cost‑of‑living increase
* 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
* Signed up to the NEST Pension Scheme (3% contribution)
* Bonusly Points – cash or voucher rewards for recognising excellence, good training and attendance
* Fully funded training with a financial bonus of up to £500
* Refer‑a‑friend incentive – up to £1,000
* £1 per meal on shift
* Short‑notice shift incentives
* Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 free counselling
* DBS check paid by Jasmine
* Uniform supplied as required (subject to fair‑use policy)
Team members under 21 will be paid at £1.00 per hour less, which remains above the National Minimum Wage for that age group.
A little about Avenue House Nursing and Care Home
Avenue House is located just outside Rushden in a modern regency building. The home offers personal, nursing and dementia care for 48 residents.
Competencies for Senior Care Assistant
* Ability to work under pressure
* Leadership skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Care‑oriented and nurturing attitude
* Positive and enthusiastic outlook
* Effective time management
* Strong written and oral communication
* Willingness to undertake additional training as required
Day to Day Responsibilities
* Provide highest standards of care in all aspects of resident daily living.
* Promote resident independence, choice, dignity and respect while supporting physical and emotional wellbeing.
* Lead the shift to maintain high standards and support team members.
* Complete daily medication rounds accurately and complete all required charts.
* Promote good practice and challenge poor practice; facilitate one‑to‑one sessions for all care team members every two months.
* Investigate complaints and concerns under guidance of the Home Manager.
Essential Requirements
* Relevant professional qualification (e.g., Registered Nurse or NVQ minimum level 3).
* Minimum of two years’ experience as a Care Assistant in a residential or nursing home setting.
* Knowledge of Person‑Centred Care Planning principles.
* Understanding and prevention of abuse of vulnerable adults, including recognition of signs and procedures for allegations.
* Live within 30 minutes of the Home.
Preferred Requirements
* Two years’ experience in a senior care role at a nursing home.
* Experience caring for residents with dementia.
* NVQ Level 4 in Adult Health and Social Care or above.
* Knowledge of the National Care Standards Act 2000.
* Experience conducting person‑centred one‑to‑one sessions.
* Team leadership experience.
About Jasmine Healthcare
Jasmine Healthcare is committed to prioritising its people, believing that the wellbeing of residents is closely linked to staff engagement. The company enjoys high ratings on Indeed (4.8/5), CareHome.co.uk (9.7/10) and maintains outstanding Care Quality Commission inspection reports.
Why join us
As a member of our team you will receive support, recognition and appreciation – all aimed at enabling you to provide the highest standards of care.
Apply today and expect a response within one working day.
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