Senior Care Assistant (Dayshift)

Senior Care Assistant (Dayshift)

Care and Support - Ardenlee Care Home

Contract : Full Time and Part- Time

Salary : £13.10 Per Hour

Shift Type : Dayshift

Contracted hours : Flexible

Our care home sits in its own grounds with scenic views over the sea, woodland, and gardens, specialising in residential care for 32-residents.

As Senior Care Assistant, you’ll play a key role in leading our care team, ensuring our residents receive the highest standard of care, and creating a warm, supportive environment.

You’ll coordinate shifts, lead by example, and be responsible for the performance of your team during each shift. Your leadership will help us maintain a caring, efficient, and positive atmosphere in our home.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and Coordinate : Ensure all staff contribute to the smooth running of the home and create the right atmosphere.
• Resident Support : Assist residents with dressing, bathing, toileting, and mobility, always prioritizing their dignity and independence.
• Medication Management : Oversee the ordering, administration, and documentation of medication, maintaining accurate records.
• Effective Communication : Engage with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and team members to ensure clear, compassionate communication.
• Team Collaboration : Foster a team ethos, respecting diversity and promoting a supportive environment for all staff.
• Visitor Interaction : Welcome visitors and show prospective residents and families around the home’s facilities.
• Emergency Response : Respond promptly to emergency call bells, assess situations, and provide or call for assistance as needed.
• Documentation : Write and update care plans, risk assessments, and case notes, ensuring they reflect residents’ needs and wishes.
• Professional Development : Participate in staff meetings, training, and e-learning, taking responsibility for your own growth and development.
• Health and Safety : Be aware of and adhere to Health and Safety policies, including COSHH, and escalate concerns to management.

What We’re Looking For

Our care home is part of Care Concern Group; a market leading, family-owned care group operating close to 80 homes across the UK. We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in.

If you’re ready to embrace a new challenge and use your skills to lead and inspire a team, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and make a difference.