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Senior Care Assistant - Residential (Maternity cover), Belfast
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Client:
Healthcare Ireland Group
Location:
Belfast, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
6
Posted:
05.05.2025
Expiry Date:
19.06.2025
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Job Description:
Job Description
We do not offer sponsorship for this role - if you require sponsorship your application will be automatically declined - no exceptions.
The Home
Cairnmartin Court Care Home is a modern care facility that provides both Residential Dementia and Nursing Dementia care across 62 rooms. Cairnmartin is situated just 13 minutes from Belfast city centre, this west Belfast Home is within proximity to shops, amenities and public transport. Cairnmartin has a trained and dedicated team which provide person centred care, 24 hours a day to residents. Cairnmartin is presently undergoing renovations to update current facilities and also will welcome the addition of 4 new ensuite bedrooms and a conservatory leading to landscaped gardens. Cairnmartin resembles a home away from home, a place where you are greeted with a smile and laughter fills a room. Here at Cairnmartin we get to know each individual resident and place them at the centre of everything we do.
The Role
The Senior Care Assistant role in our Homes is part of dedicated team who are essential to the daily operations of the Home. In our Residential Homes and units, this is a leadership role, working closely with the care team to lead on shifts and manage medication.
Senior Care Assistants provide high quality care and support to our residents in a warm and safe environment. Senior Care Assistants play a crucial role in the delivery of care, working with the care team, the role of a Senior Care Assistant is to provide leadership, guidance and hands-on assistance to ensure the residents receive personalised care that meets their individual needs and preferences.
Our Senior Care Assistants also provide emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering meaningful relationships and promoting a sense of compassion; an advocacy for the rights and preferences of our residents.
44 Hours a week
About The Role
Main Responsibilities
Provide direct care and support to residents with activities of daily living, including personal care and mobility in accordance with individual care plans and resident preferences.
Observes and monitors the wellbeing of residents ensuring that any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to senior staff/the primary nurse and documented as appropriate.
Monitors and allocates the work for care assistants.
Develops and maintains a good professional relationship with residents, colleagues and visitors responding promptly and courteously to requests and enquiries.
Responsibility for the administration and management of medication, medication audits and storage in line with regulatory requirements.
Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager.
Paid annual leave
The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company
4 weekly pay
Continuous professional development and training
Values-led culture
Overtime available at an enhanced rate
Opportunities for progression
Pension plan (if applicable)
Attractive hourly rate
Access NI
NISCC reimbursed after qualifying period
Uniforms and PPE supplied
Monthly incentives and recognition awards
Free parking
Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
Skills Needed
About The Company
We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.
Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.
Company Culture
We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance.
Our passionate, ever-growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.
Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we’d love to have you join the team.
Desired Criteria
* Previous experience in care home setting
* Experience supervising staff
Required Criteria
* Medications experience within care setting
* The Right to Work in the UK
* Educated to a minimum GCSE/NVQ 3 or above (or similar qualification) with a good standard of English
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