Job Title: Senior Care Assistant - Days
Salary *: £14.37ph plus incentives (from 1st Jan 2025)
Hours: Full Time - 3 x 7am-7pm shifts a week to include alternate weekends
Location: Walkeringham, DN10 4LD
Employer: South Moor Lodge Care Home, owned by Jasmine Healthcare
Are you looking for a care environment where you can thrive? Are you passionate about finding an employer where great work is both recognised and rewarded? Do you want to make a difference in the care sector?
What can Jasmine offer you?
* Salary - We pay top quartile market salaries
* Pay Rises - Annual Performance related pay increases of up to 8% in addition to any cost of living increase
* Holiday - 28 Days including Bank Holidays
* Pension - We encourage everyone to sign-up for our NEST Pension Scheme, which we contribute 3% of salary to
* Bonusly Points - These are exchangeable for various vouchers or cash (with all tax paid by Jasmine) via PayPal, and are earned by obtaining recognition from your colleagues, good mandatory training, good attendance, and various other ways you contribute positively to the team and our residents' lives
* Training - All relevant qualifications are fully funded to help you progress, and we will reward you with a financial bonus of up to £500
* Refer a friend incentive - Up to £1,000 for referring a suitable team member
* Meals - Enjoy low-cost meals at just £1 per course while on shift
* Short Notice shift incentives
* Employee Assistance Programme - Access to free counselling and valuable well-being advice 24/7
* DBS check - We pay for this
* Uniform - We provide as many uniforms as you require (subject to fair use policy)
A little about South Moor Lodge:
South Moor Lodge is located in the idyllic village of Walkeringham (5 miles to the West of Gainsborough). The home is centred around a nineteenth century barn, which has been selectively extended in keeping with its character. This provides the homeliness that Jasmine seeks for its homes, whilst still providing modern living accommodation. The home sits within two acres of landscaped grounds, and provides personal and dementia care for 41 residents.
Competencies for Senior Care Assistant:
* Ability to work under pressure
* Leadership skills
* Excellent people skills
* A caring and nurturing attitude
* Positive and enthusiastic outlook
* Good time management skills
* Good written and oral communication skills
* Prepared to take on extra training as required
Day to Day Responsibilities for Senior Care Assistant:
* Provide the highest possible levels of care in supporting and assisting our residents in all aspects of daily living.
* Promote our residents' independence with a focus on choice, dignity and respect, alongside promoting their physical and emotional wellbeing.
* Lead your shift to ensure high standards are maintained, and support other team members.
* Complete the daily medication rounds and document consistently without errors.
* Promote good practice in all aspects of care, and challenge poor practice from other team members.
* Ensure one-to-ones for all care and support team members are done every two months and investigate complaints and concerns as directed by the Home Manager.
Essential Requirements for Senior Care Assistant:
* Relevant Professional qualification (e.g., Registered Nurse or NVQ minimum level 3).
* Minimum of two years' experience as a Care Assistant in residential/nursing home setting.
* Awareness of the principles of Person-Centred Care Planning.
* Knowledge of the prevention of abuse of vulnerable adults, recognition of the signs of abuse and procedures to follow in the event of an allegation of abuse.
* Live within 30 minutes of the Home.
Preferred Requirements for Senior Care Assistant:
* Two years' experience in a similar role in a nursing home.
* At least one year's experience working in a similar role in a residential or nursing home; or at least two years' experience in a Senior Care role in a residential or nursing home.
* One year experience of caring for residents living with dementia.
* NVQ Level 4 in Adult Health and Social Care or above.
* Knowledge of National Care Standards Act 2000.
* Conducting effective person-centred one-to-ones.
* Experience of managing a team.
A little about Jasmine Healthcare:
By prioritising our people, our mission is to provide the highest standards of care to as many elderly residents as possible.
* Well over half our team have a relevant Diploma qualification with another fifth currently studying for one.
* We have a 4.8 star rating (out of 5.0) on Indeed as a top employer.
* We have Good and Outstanding Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection reports.
* We have a 9.7 rating (out of 10.0) on www.carehome.co.uk.
As well as constantly being guided by our Mission, Jasmine places a significant amount of emphasis on everyone in our team exemplifying our values, which can be found on our website at www.jasminehealthcare.co.uk.
Join us for a rewarding career where you'll be supported, recognised, and appreciated!
Apply today and you'll get a response within one working day.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.37 per hour
Benefits:
* Canteen
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted or free food
* Employee mentoring programme
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Schedule:
* 12 hour shift
* Day shift
* Weekends only
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