Description
We are seeking a Senior Care Assistant to join our team at Cottingley Hall Care Home in Bradford. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play a crucial role in driving a team of Care Assistants to deliver high-quality, personal care to our residents. You will also be responsible for inspiring, developing, and nurturing the team to be their best every day.
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 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
Requirements:
- Completed or working towards an NVQ3 in care
- Previous experience of the role and knowledge of its rewards and challenges
- Motivated, positive, and with great interpersonal skills
- Enjoy working in a close-knit team
Benefits:
- My Healthcare - 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, 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