Senior Carer (£28k Full time) - Stockport
Senior Carer (£28k Full time) - Stockport
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*Job Overview*
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Deckchair Care have been providing, care, support and companionship to a range of adults living in their own homes since 2017. We are looking for Senior Carers to join our ever-growing team.
Our Senior Carers are actively involved in day-to-day care activities – from offering hands-on support, through to the supervision of care services, attending management meetings and providing On Call support.
Senior Carers must be able to work a variety of shifts during the week, plus alternate weekends. Working hours are between 7am and 10pm daily.
_Ideally you will hold a NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care and / or be able to demonstrate experience in the sector. _
* Responsibilities:*
Your key responsibilities will be focused on the delivery of *outstanding *care and will include:
* Supporting the wider Care team – Leading by example and following best practice - to ensure the Safe and Effective delivery of care.
* Demonstrating a positive and professional image to the care team and clients alike.
* Participating in a Senior Team rota, to include care visits and “On Call” shifts.
* Attending Senior Meetings with the Management Team to ensure optimal client knowledge.
* Supporting the Care Manager to ensure all client administration is up to date, accurate and compliant.
* Providing detailed shift handovers / briefs to the wider care team and management, as required.
* Assisting with client visits as required - including mornings, lunchtimes & evenings – visits may include companionship, personal care, meal preparation, light household duties and medication administration.
* Undertaking training as necessary - to ensure best practice and for professional development.
* Skills And Experience:*
* A compassionate nature with excellent communication skills is essential for building rapport with clients and their families.
* The ability to use your initiative to deliver an outstanding level of care.
* Must be punctual, reliable, professional, friendly and kind.
* Must be a car owner and in possession of a full UK driving license.
* Available to cover mornings, teatimes AND / OR evening shifts (no later than 10 pm finish). Must be able to work alternate weekends.
* Hold a Level 3 NVQ and / or have relevant experience - previous experience in Senior care or a similar role is preferred but not essential; training will be provided.
* Experience in hospice care or working within assisted living environments is beneficial.
* Benefits:*
* Salary / Guaranteed Hours
* Overtime Available
* Company Pension (opt-out available)
* Recommend-A-Friend programme
* Holiday Pay
This is a great time to join our care team and make a real difference in the community.
If you are interested, please apply - we would love to hear from you and we operate an informal interview process. Thank you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Referral programme
* Store discount
Schedule:
* Holidays
* Monday to Friday
* Overtime
* Weekend availability
* Weekends only
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Senior_June_25
Seniority level
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Not Applicable
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