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Methodist Homes
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Ipswich, Suffolk
Senior Care Assistant
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Overview
Senior Care Assistant based at Norwood, Ipswich. Available Hours: Permanent - Full Time - 39 hours per week (Days). Shift Details: x3 11 hour shifts and x1 6 shift, every other weekend required. Would you like to make a positive contribution to benefit older people? You will play an essential role in leading care and ancillary staff members in all aspects of our service to residents, including deputising for senior managers at times. The ability to form positive relationships with residents, their families and professional colleagues is vital. You will need to demonstrate your commitment to good care practice through a QCF or equivalent Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care, and practical experience of caring for older people, as well as the willingness to train to develop further. For more information about the role please review the Job Description here . Please note that interviews may take place prior to the advert closing as and when suitable applications are received. If a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early, therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application. Norwood is situated within a quiet suburban area on Park Road in Ipswich. The Norwood Charitable Trust, established by MHA supporters Thomas England and his wife, made a large single gift to MHA in the form of a grant of GBP 200,000. This was used to add a new, purpose-built wing to the original building. For this reason, when the home was opened in 1979, it took on the new name, Norwood. In 2007 Norwood underwent an extensive refurbishment which included a re-design of all communal areas and six new bedrooms. The home also varied its registration in order to provide specialist care for people living with dementia. For more information about the home, please click here . Pension, 28 days holiday (inc. bank holidays), Life Assurance, Discount Scheme, free uniform and DBS provided.