An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Care Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in the Chester-le-Street, Durham area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers.
This is an amazing purpose-built care home that offers the highest standard of residential and dementia care to its residents.
**To be considered for this position you must hold a QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care and be willing to work towards Level 3.**
As a Senior Care Assistant, your key duties include:
* Leading and inspiring a team of committed care assistants to provide the highest quality of care to our residents, enabling them to live later life well.
* Supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing.
* Administering medication and maintaining clear and accurate records.
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
* Passionate about caring for older people.
* Previous care experience.
* Experience leading, coaching, and motivating a team to deliver high-quality care.
* A kind, warm, and caring nature with the ability to work well as part of a team and use your own initiative.
* Strong patience, communication, and listening skills.
* Ability to maintain accurate records, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks.
* Ability to lead by example, form positive relationships, and energize colleagues to deliver exceptional care.
The successful Senior Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £12.75 per hour, with an annual salary of £21,879 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full-time role for 33 hours a week, working through night shifts. In return for your hard work and commitment, you will receive the following generous benefits:
* Paid Breaks & Handovers.
* Generous holiday entitlement.
* Ongoing personal development plan and career progression.
* Company Pension Scheme.
* Friendly working environment.
* Free Enhanced DBS Check and uniform.
* Excellent career development opportunities.
* Full-time and part-time opportunities.
* Discounts and benefits suited to your lifestyle.
Reference ID: 6851
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call 0121 638 0567 or send your CV.
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