Senior Care Assistant

Reed ,
Penwortham, Lancashire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £9.00 per hour

Overview

Our Senior Care Assistants champion high quality care, compassion and resident dignity. You will work closely with a Registered Nurse or Deputy Manager and take on responsibility for the physical, emotional well-being and social needs of our residents. You will support and supervise a team of care staff, act as a role model delivering high quality care, and comply with clinical governance. Whilst it’s not imperative that you have a Level 3 qualification in health and social care, you need to possess your Level 2 and have a desire to achieve your Level 3 via our career pathway. You will be liaising with GPs, health professionals and the residents’ families and friends, always promoting a professional and caring image of the home whilst championing our 6 core values, Enjoy Life, Welcoming, Kind, Professional, Positive and Respectful You will be working as part of the team based at an 86 bedded modern and bright care home, based on the outskirts of Preston. The home specialises in care for older people and for those with dementia. Last year the home was awarded Good by CQC, and has also won numerous awards, proceeds from this were used to fund a new sensory room. What can we offer you? - Excellent training and progression opportunities - Recognition schemes such as 'Making a Difference’ and our annual award ceremony - Free Uniform - Free DBS - Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme (available to permanent employees) - Perkbox membership, access to tailored online shopping, travel and health & fitness discounts - Access to our 24/7 Employee Support Hub offering confidential support on personal and professional issues. - Competitive Annual Leave Employer contributing pension 38.5 hours per week Night Senior Care Assistant shift pattern - 20:00 to 08:00 If you are interested in joining this award winning Care home and becoming part of the team please apply today