Senior Care Assistant

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to provide compassionate support to clients during daytime hours. The successful candidate will assist with daily living activities, promote independence, and ensure the well-being of individuals in their own homes or care settings. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives through personalised care and attentive service.

Duties

1. Attend to the physical and personal needs of clients including, dressing, washing, bathing, continence care, assisting to eat and drink and other personal needs in accordance with individuals care programme.

2. Ensure the formulation and review of care programmes as directed by the manager.

3. Attend to the social and emotional needs of clients through in-house activities and outings in accordance with the individuals care programme.

4. Promote and maintain independence, in accordance with the individuals care programme.

5. Demonstrate respect for individual choice, dignity and privacy.

6. Make sure all keyworker duties are carried out by staff.

7. Keep records of care plans, risk assessments and any other care records or charts. Ensure effective staff handover at the beginning and end of each shift with staff. Making any arrangements for resident’s health like GP, nurse, hospital appointments contact with families.

8. As directed by the Manager ensure standards as laid down within Rowans Care Home are maintained.

9. Prepare and administer medication for clients and maintain records.

10. Provide where appropriate induction and supervision as directed by the manager.

11. In the absence of the Manager, Deputy Manager, take responsibility for the smooth running of the home.

12. Having training, supervision, appraisals and support from deputy manager/Home manger.

13. Participate in client reviews.

14. Undertake NVQ level 3 in social care.

15. Carry out any other duty to help with the efficient running of the home and the creation of an appropriate caring environment. This may include cleaning tasks for you and other staff members.

Experience

• Previous experience working within a care home or home care environment is desirable, training will be provided for suitable candidates
• Knowledge of care plans and ability to follow prescribed routines accurately
• Good IT skills for documentation and communication purposes
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
• Ability to demonstrate empathy, patience, and strong interpersonal skills to build trust with clients

This role is ideal for compassionate individuals seeking a rewarding career in personal care, with opportunities for professional development within a supportive environment.

Pay: Up to £13.31 per hour

Expected hours: 48.0 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person