Description
We are seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join our team at Heathland Court Care Home in Wimbledon. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for driving a team of Care Assistants, delivering high-quality personal care to our residents, and inspiring, developing, and nurturing them to be their best every day.
You will have completed or be working towards an NVQ3 in care, and have previous experience in the role. You will be motivated, positive, and have great interpersonal skills, with a passion for making a real difference to people's lives.
Responsibilities:
- 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 responsible 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
Benefits:
- My Healthcare - Free access to 24/7 support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, and mental health support
- Annual allowance which you can redeem against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350
- Wagestream - Have early access to up to 40% of your earned wages within minutes
- 28 days holiday
- Sick pay scheme
- Long service rewards
- Free meal on every shift
- Interest-free annual travel loan
- Range of Bupa pension plans
- Parental leave schemes
- Menopause Plan
- Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK