Description
We are seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join our team at Freelands Croft Care Home in Fleet. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to our residents. You will be responsible for driving and managing a team of Care Assistants, as well as supporting with clinical duties, including observing, issuing medication, reviewing care plans, and maintaining accurate records.
Key responsibilities include:
- Day-to-day responsibility for running a unit
- Supporting with clinical duties, including supporting the nurse to observe, issue medication, review care plans, and accurate record keeping
- Driving and managing a team of Care Assistants, including responsibility for all shift handovers of the teams
- Helping with training and supervision of new staff members so they feel welcomed and supported
- Building relationships with residents, their families, and external teams such as GPs and District Nurses
- Assisting residents with a range of personal care duties
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- An NVQ3 in care (or working towards)
- Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant
- Great interpersonal skills and a positive attitude
- Ability to work in a close-knit team
We offer a range of benefits, including:
- £13.25 - £14.84 per hour dependent on experience
- 28 days holiday
- Free access to 24/7 support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues
- Annual allowance which you can redeem against a menu of Bupa healthcare products
- Wagestream - early access to up to 40% of your earned wages within minutes
- Free meal on every shift
- Interest-free annual travel loan to enable the purchase of public transport annual season tickets
- Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK
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