Senior Care Assistant

Lowry Recruitment Ltd ,
Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Salary: £10.76 per hour

Overview

Senior Care Assistant – £10.76/hr – Hitchin – Permanent Nights You will be working for a charitable organisation who put the needs of the 63 residents and its staff first, this home is rated at Good by the CQC (2016), whose person-centred approach to care relies on the dedication and passion of our employees, who we expect to go the extra mile to improve the home experience and generate a relaxed and informal community within our homes. Roles available – Nights Senior – 33 hours per week - £10.76 per hour - 3 x 12 hr Shifts, 8pm-8am Key Responsibilities To provide the highest level of personal care and attention to residents, following individual care plans carefully and ensuring that all contact is polite, friendly, warm and supportive. To participate in the formulation and maintenance of individual care plans for each resident and administer medication to residents as prescribed, accurately maintaining appropriate records for both. To supervise and support the care team, ensuring that the Care Home values of trust, respect and care are always maintained and that each team member treats residents in the way that they would expect to be treated themselves. Person specification Three years minimum experience of working in a residential Care or Nursing Home environment Ideally have a NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care, QCF or equivalent. Must have NVQ 2. Supervisory/leadership skills, and a willingness to develop new skills Details £10.76 per hour Permanent Contract Excellent public transport links and central location. This is a fantastic opportunity, please apply online in the first instance. Please note due to the expected high level of applications, if you do not hear back within 5 working days your application has been unsuccessful. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89917898