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Senior Care Assistant ( NVQ3)-Day shifts

SkycareStockton-on-Tees, DUR, gb

26 days ago

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Permanent

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Job Description

SENIOR HEALTHCARE ASSISTANTS- DAY SHIFTS

The Home is a purpose-built 46 -bed residential care home located within the Stockton-on-Tees area ,specialises in residential care, dementia and stroke-related care

Our qualified nursing team are available 24 hours a day to provide medical and other forms of specialised support. Respecting older people and recognising each resident as a unique individual, our nurses provide not just high-quality nursing skills, but truly person-centred care.

Due to the location is desirable to be driver and have own transportation

Job Types : Permanent, Full-time, hours : 33- 44 per week

Salary : £13.20-£13.44 per hour depending on experience.

Please NOTE we are not able to provide sponsorship, we do need only care assistants able to work full-time

Benefits of joining our team

Full time roles available
Night shifts available
28 days annual leave (inclusive of statuary bank holidays
Staff recognition schemes
Refer a Friend bonus
Employee Assistance Programme
Comprehensive Training and Career Development
Access to ongoing training for continued professional development
A friendly and supportive working environment

Responsabilities include :

Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting and assisting Residents when required with all aspects of daily living

Assist Residents in all aspects of their care needs, e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual

Provide supervision and attention when needed, ensuring Residents retain their comfort and dignity

Observe care planning needs for Residents and completed daily records as instructed

Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with Residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Care Centre

Answer Nurse Call system, giving assistance as required

Answer the door and telephone appropriately

Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly

Report on well-being of Residents

Clean and maintain equipment used by Residents and Relatives e.g. wheelchairs, hearing aids, spectacles etc

Requirements for the role

Ability to communicate effectively at all levels

Previous experience of working with the relevant Service User group as Senior Healthcare assistant for at lease 6 months

NVQ3 in Health and Social Care and medication training for a Senior role is mandatory o have it

Team player

Driving license and own car is desirable

Ability to work on own initiative

Previous experience of working with the relevant Service User group as Senior Healthcare assistant

To have the right to work in the UK and don't need sponsorship

Live in the area and able to commute easily

Qualifications

Previous experience in CARE as Senior Healthcare assistant is mandatory

Ability to drive is advantageous

Basic IT skills for record keeping and communication purposes

Strong leadership skills to supervise and guide care activities

Understanding of care plans and their implementation

Passion for providing quality care in a residential setting

Manual handling

Care Certificate is desirable

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.

If you are interested in our offer and live in the area please apply below with your CV and one of our consultant will be in touch

Requirements

Previous experience in CARE as Senior Healthcare assistant is mandatory Ability to drive is advantageous Basic IT skills for record keeping and communication purposes Strong leadership skills to supervise and guide care activities Understanding of care plans and their implementation Passion for providing quality care in a residential setting Manual handling Care Certificate is desirable

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Senior Care Assistant • Stockton-on-Tees, DUR, gb