Reed Health & Care are currently recruiting for Senior Care Assistants for our client based in East Lothian on a permanent basis.
* Sponsorship is not available for this position *
Pay Rate : £13.50 -£14..00 per hour
Hours : Full time : 38.5 or 44 Hours a weekRota : 3 Shifts 1 week / 4 shifts the next week on a rolling BasisShift : 12 hour shifts : 8am-8pm – we have dayshift, nightshift & mixed posts available
Requirements
* SVQ 3 qualified or have experience as a senior or be willing to work towards this
* Be medication trained & have experience giving medication
* Be registered with the SSSC
* Demonstrate in knowledge & understanding of Social Care Codes of Practice
* Experience in Care Planning & risk assessments
* Have excellent communication skills
Duties & Responsibilities
1. Carry out care as per residents care plan
2. Continually assess & monitor the needs & wishes of the residents
3. Support Nursing Staff to assess, implement & evaluate services users care plans
4. Establish & maintain good relationships between residents, relatives & staff
5. Support nursing staff to administer medication
6. Undertake direct care when required
7. Support nursing staff to allocate duties & tasks to care staff...