To plan, implement and supervise the provision of quality care, in conjunction with Service Users. To ensure Service Users retain their dignity and individuality. To be involved in the general activities of the Care Centre. To maintain a safe and secure environment for Service Users, Staff Members and Visitors. The Senior Care Assistant is responsible for daily running home in the absence of the Home Manager.
Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications
Required:
* Genuine interest in working with the relevant Service Users group
* Good communication and organisational skills
* Confident team player
* Satisfactory Policy Check and check against the PoVA list
* Ability to work on own initiative
* Willingness to participate in Vocational Training Programme
Desired:
* Previous experience of working with the relevant Service User group
* NVQ Level 2 in Care
* Previous supervisory experience
* Experience/Qualification in the Safe Handling of Medicine
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.81-£14.06 per hour
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Morpeth: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Are you authorised to work in the United Kingdom without the need for Sponsorship?
* Do you prefer Days or Nights?
Experience:
* Senior care assistant: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person