Working as a Senior Care Assistant you will support the running of the overall care team and work with others across the shift to ensure continuity of services to our residents. You will create a welcoming, supportive and stimulating environment and build relationships with both residents and their families. As one of the largest healthcare providers in the UK it’s important to us to couple great care with meaningful and enjoyable experiences.
As a Senior Care Assistant you will be:
* Responsible for delivering a high quality of care and providing support and guidance to the care team and leading by example
* Reviewing and updating care plans ensuring they meet residents' needs and wishes
* Planning and reviewing staff rotas to ensure care support is available at all times
* Promoting high standards of care by ensuring you deliver exceptional care duties and all staff are supervised appropriately and shifts run smoothly and efficiently
* Ensuring all areas across the Care Home are kept clean, tidy and pleasant for all residents and family members
* Communicating professionally and warmly with visitors, family members and other health care professionals
* Promoting the Home in a professional manner and raising awareness of the Home within the local community
To succeed you will be:
* A positive individual who adopts a person-centred approach
* A team player who engages well with others
* A strong communicator and influencer
* Passionate about offering a superior service and wanting to make a difference
* A leader willing to take ownership of the delivery of quality care
* A glass half-full person, with a sense of humour and a positive outlook
Our Senior Care Assistants must hold a minimum of NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care and can evidence working in a health care environment.
We offer you a great range of benefits, which include:
* Various shifts available including working 3 days on and 4 days off
* Free meals
* Access to excellent training
* Discounts and benefits suited to your lifestyle
* Free onsite parking
* Free uniform
* NEST workplace pension contributions
* Long service awards
Abigail Lodge, Consett
Abigail Lodge Care Home is located in Delves Lane, Consett and is close to shops, amenities, public transport and the M1 motorway link. Consett town centre is less than one mile away.
The home provides residential care for people who need a little help with daily tasks like washing, dressing or eating, along with nursing care for those with more complex medical needs. They also provide respite care.
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