We are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our Dovecote Lodge Care Team.
What will be expected from me?
The purpose of this role is to support our Rehab and Recovery Unit and provide person-centred care and support for our residents.
What might I be doing?
* You will work within the Rehab and Recovery Unit and provide person-centred care and support for the residents within this unit.
* You will communicate the needs of service users to management and maintain good relations between service users, staff, and visitors to the unit.
* You will manage and safely administer service users’ medications.
* You will enable the service users in the unit to maintain or regain their independence, individuality, and dignity.
Why Wakefield Council?
* We are a leading Council for best practice and an employer of choice for individuals seeking a rewarding role and career.
* We offer a flexible working pattern of 30 hours per week.
* Competitive holiday entitlement.
* Support and access to high-quality training to help progress your career.
* We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and recognize that resilient teams need a good work/life balance, supportive leadership, and support in the workplace.
* Access to a range of employee support products.
* Discounted and subsidised public transport options (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
* The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
* A great range of benefits including discounted membership to our leisure facilities, a free 12-week exercise program with a dedicated personal trainer, discounts for retail, entertainment, health, and leisure providers, cycle-to-work scheme, and more.
Essential requirements:
* NVQ 2 in Social Care / NVQ 3 in Social Care or working towards.
* An understanding of safe manual handling techniques.
* Knowledge of Safeguarding Adults.
* A minimum of two years’ experience working with older adults and understanding their complex care needs.
To apply, please click the Apply Now link below.
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