Senior care assistant required for a small care home in Nelson.
Main duties to lead a shift administer medication and to aid the smooth running of the care home. The ideal candidate must be able to work under pressure and be able to deal with emergencies as they arise. Experience of 1 year working in a similar role. Although training will be given to the right candidate
Main duties .
The safe administration of medication to vulnerable adults .The ability to understand the process of ordering medication receiving medication and being able to book medication in.
Work along side health professional, contact GP when needed and be able to work under pressure and deal with emergencies as they arise.
You will also be able to demonstrate how to lead and manage a team of care assistants and delegate duties, cover rotas in the absence of the manager and be a first point of contact.
A good level of English and written skills is mandatory as you will be expected to work electronic systems in the care home.
Please note we are not taking on sponsorships .
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.31-£12.61 per hour
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Nelson BB9 8RH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* providing care: 1 year (preferred)
* supervisory: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
* NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work Location: In person