Senior Care Assistant

Overview

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Senior Care Assistant to join our vibrant care home team. This vital role involves providing exceptional support and compassionate care to our residents, ensuring their well-being, comfort, and dignity are maintained at all times. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play a key leadership role, supervising and mentoring junior staff while fostering a positive environment focused on person-centered care. Your proactive approach and excellent communication skills will help create a warm, safe, and engaging community for all residents.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality personal care to residents, including assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility.
• Develop and implement tailored care plans in collaboration with residents, their families, and healthcare professionals to meet individual needs.
• Supervise and support junior care staff, providing guidance and mentorship to ensure consistent delivery of compassionate care.
• Lead by example in promoting best practices for health and safety, infection control, and dignity in care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care activities, incidents, and resident progress using IT systems efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure clear understanding of care requirements and updates.
• Support the training of new staff members and oversee their integration into the team.

Requirements

• Proven experience working within a care home environment or senior care setting.
• Supervising or leadership experience in a healthcare or social care context.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to connect empathetically with residents and colleagues alike.
• Knowledge of care plans development and adherence to regulatory standards
• Competency in using IT systems for documentation and reporting purposes.
• Ability to work flexibly across shifts including weekends and evenings as required.

Join us if you’re eager to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives while advancing your career in a supportive, energetic environment!

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Work Location: In person