Senior Healthcare Assistant

Hourly Rate: £14.50
Night Shifts, Full-Time
Shift Times: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Includes alternate weekends)

Please note that our client is unable to offer Tier 2 sponsorship.

Our client is offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Healthcare Assistant to join their team! They are looking for a compassionate and dedicated professional who is truly passionate about elderly care. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, excel in a team environment, and take a proactive approach to problem-solving. A commitment to upholding the highest standards of care while ensuring the dignity and well-being of residents is essential.

This outstanding care home provides exceptional personal care, nursing, and dementia support in a warm and welcoming setting.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualifications: Level 3 Health and Social Care or higher.
• Experience: Minimum of two years as a Care Assistant in a residential or nursing home setting.
• Person-Centred Care: Strong understanding of individualised care planning.
• Safeguarding: In-depth knowledge of safeguarding procedures.
• Location: Must live within a 30-minute commute of Sleaford.

Benefits of Joining Our Client’s Team

• Performance-related pay increases
• Contributory pension scheme
• Exclusive rewards scheme
• Fully funded training for career progression
• Low-cost meals while on shift
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid DBS checks
• Free uniforms

Key Responsibilities

• Lead by example, providing supervision and guidance to the care team.
• Support and mentor colleagues, contributing to their professional development.
• Communicate any concerns effectively to senior management.
• Implement individual care plans and ensure daily tasks are carried out efficiently.
• Offer compassionate and responsive personal care assistance to residents.
• Observe and monitor residents' wellbeing, promptly reporting any changes.
• Allocate and oversee the work of Healthcare Assistants (HCAs).
• Maintain positive professional relationships with residents, colleagues, and visitors.
• Undertake medication training and administer medication as required.

Reference: WILL98012/AP

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