Overview
A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Care Assistant to work in a care home based in Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland area. You will be working for one of the UK’s leading health care providers.
This care home offers high quality residential care, specialist dementia care, and short‑term respite care in a purpose‑built setting.
Eligibility
To be considered for this position you must at least hold an NVQ level 2 or equivalent in health and social care and be willing to complete level 3.
Key Duties
* You will lead and inspire a team of committed care assistants to provide the highest quality of care to our residents, enabling them to live their later life well.
* Supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing.
* You will administer medication and maintain clear and accurate records.
Preferred Skills and Experience
* Passionate about caring for older people.
* Previous care experience.
* Experience leading, coaching and motivating a team to deliver high quality care.
* Kind, warm and caring nature, able to work well as part of a team but also use your own initiative.
* Patience, communication and listening skills.
* Maintaining accurate records, time management and prioritising tasks.
* Ability to lead by example, form positive relationships and energise colleagues to deliver exceptional care.
Benefits
* Salary of £15.30 per hour (annual salary £30,630.60), 12‑month fixed term contract covering maternity leave for 38.5 hours a week on days.
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy additional leave.
* Life assurance.
* Discount scheme with savings at retail stores and online purchases.
* Access to national training courses and qualifications.
* Career progression and development opportunities.
* Employee assistance programme, free counselling and legal advice.
* Chaplaincy and pastoral support.
* Wellbeing resources.
* Recommend a friend scheme.
* Family friendly policies.
* Long service awards.
* Free uniform and DBS check.
* Cycle2Work salary sacrifice scheme.
* Health care scheme at competitive rates.
Reference ID: 7278
For this fantastic job role, please call on 638 or send your CV.
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