Senior Care Assistant

Newcross Healthcare ,
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Job Type: Part-time

Overview

Do you want to make a difference? As a Senior Care Assistant in Newcastle, Gateshead, Tynemouth, Wallsend, Jarrow, Low Fell, Tyneside and the surrounding towns of Tyne and Wear, you'll be the person that brings smiles to the faces of the people in our care. This role is a chance to have real responsibility and enjoy the variety that each day brings. Your tasks will include supporting with personal care, dressing, eating, clinical requirements, socialising within their local community and any other services required. You'll additionally have a deeper understanding of the caring role and be able to lead a team of carers. Flexi Pay Flexi Pay allows you to instantly withdraw an advance of up to 50% of the value of your existing shifts through our HealthForceGo® app (Includes weekends and bank holidays) The perks will include A competitive remuneration of £14.07 per hour, including holiday pay Instant pay Free uniform and DBS check Video interviewing Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle, with part-time, full-time, day and night shift patterns available Free ongoing learning and development and the ability to forge your own career path Access to NHS registered GPs and mental health support to avoid waiting for NHS appointments. Requirements You'll be an experienced carer with a minimum of 3 months of experience, with a valid certificate in Moving and Handling, and the right to live and work in the UK. It is essential that you have a Medication Administration certificate and an NVQ3 or equivalent in Health and Social Care. We also expect you to demonstrate our core values of trust, empathy and expertise on every shift. Passion and determination to bring comfort and joy to our service users is a must. You will need access to a smart device with an internet connection to pick up shifts and submit timesheets through our app, HealthForceGo®. Access to your own vehicle would be beneficial, but is not a requirement. Apply today