Job Reference PK62324 (Senior Care Assistant) £13.62-13.86 pr hour 35 to 40 hours per week Days or Nights Working on small, 20 bedded units We are currently recruiting on behalf of a fantastic, independently-owned elderly Care Home in Keighley who are looking for Senior Care Assistants to join their committed team. We are looking for caring and compassionate individuals who can lead a team, solve problems, show good judgement and communicate with a wide range of people. This friendly care home is well-established with great opportunities for progression and a strong history supporting their staff to realise their full potential. As a Senior Care Assistant you will promote high standards of care by ensuring all team members are trained and supervised appropriately and you will communicate professionally and warmly with staff and residents alike. The successful Senior Care Assistant candidate will be patient, caring and able to provide a quality service to residents within a care home environment whilst enabling them to lead an active and independent life. Ideally Senior Carer candidates will have NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or above and be medication trained. The care home is easily commutable by road with ample onsite parking on offer and the care home is also close to Keighley train station. Responsibilities of a Senior Care Assistant: Administer medication Work collaboratively within a team of other Care Assistants and Senior Carers Helping to run the shift, hands on supporting the floor. Senior Care Assistant Requirements: Previous experience within a Residential Care Home or Nursing Home Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant or Senior Support Worker NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care Medication trained For more information on this Senior Carer role please call Phil King on (phone number removed)