Senior Health Care Assistant Sunderland £14.00 - £28.00 per hour Temp We are currently looking to recruit experienced Senior Healthcare Assistants. The Person: The following experience and characteristics are considered essential to the role: NVQ Level 3 is essential Comfortable with medication administration Transferrable DBS Certificate is preferable but not essential experience working within a care home environment as a Senior care assistant is essential You MUST be able to demonstrate that you have the skills and experience to perform well in this role To possess good manners and a flexible approach Ability to communicate effectively Ability to be patient & keep calm under pressure Easily adaptable to new environments Reliable & trustworthy Access to your own transport is desirable, however this is not essential Flexible to work within multiple environments on a weekly basis dependent on the requirements of our clients. The Role: We are currently recruiting on behalf of one of our good clients based in Sunderland: Delivering high standards of care To participate in the formulation and maintenance of individual care plans for each resident and administer medication to residents as prescribed, accurately maintaining appropriate records for both To provide the highest level of personal care and attention to residents, following individual care plans carefully and ensuring that all contact is polite, friendly, warm and supportive. To act as a key worker for a named group of residents, ensuring that these responsibilities are carried out in full (as defined in the training manual). Ensuring you are flexible, committed and passionate in your approach to all work assignments Assisting with activities of daily living and domestic duties Ensuring that the health, safety and welfare of clients is always protected Maintain regular communication with the Home Manager Ensuring effective written and oral communication at all times The Package: You will have access to the following benefits as part of the role of Senior Health Care Assistant: Full time work Opportunity to work within a wide range of different healthcare environments Access to our online staff portal to manage your availability and work assignments The Company: Pin Point Health and Social Care work in partnership with a wide range of care providers in order to deliver high quality, consistent and reliable staffing solutions. Please apply with your CV via the apply button.