340 Leeds Road, Lofthouse, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF3 3QQ
Trainee Senior Care Assistant
Job Type: Permanent
Job Category: Senior Carer
Shift Type: Mixed (Days & Nights)
Shift Structure: 22 to 44 hours per week - Days and Nights available
Closing Date: 30 April 2025
Pay: £12.81
Join Our Team as a Trainee Senior Care Assistant!
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives? Do you have a kind and caring nature? Do you love working with people living with Dementia and have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care? If you're looking to advance your career in social care, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Position: Trainee Senior Care Assistant
Location: Lofthouse Grange, 340 Leeds Rd, Lofthouse, Wakefield, WF3 3QQ
Pay Rate: £12.81ph
About Us
Orchard Care Homes is dedicated to delivering high-quality, individualised care to meet each resident's needs. We focus on appropriate medication management and providing meaningful activities for everyone, including specialised care for residents living with dementia.
Role Overview
As a Trainee Senior Care Assistant, you will receive comprehensive training and support from our experienced team. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Developing your skills and progressing to a senior role
2. Assisting with daily activities of living and personal care
3. Creating a warm, supportive environment for residents
Main Duties
1. Assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate personalised care
2. Administer medication in line with prescribed requirements
3. Lead, supervise, support, and develop the care team
4. Communicate effectively with external professionals, residents, and relatives
5. Implement personalised care plans tailored to each resident's needs
6. Provide specialised care and support for residents living with dementia
What We Offer
1. Full training and career progression opportunities from day one
2. Access to Blue Light Discount Card & App
3. Recognition schemes, including ‘Making a Difference’ and an annual awards ceremony
4. 24/7 Employee Support Hub for confidential personal and professional support
Ideal Candidate
1. Previous experience in social care
2. NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (mandatory)
3. Compassionate, reliable, and patient
4. Willingness to learn and progress within the role including undertaking a level 3 qualification
About Orchard Care Homes
Located with easy links to Leeds and Wakefield, Lofthouse Grange & Lodge is a modern home specialising in the care of older people, with the Grange providing 24hr residential care for 31 residents, and the Lodge providing additional round-the-clock dementia care to 57 residents.
Join Us!
At Orchard Care Homes, we value our employees. Click here to learn more about our wide range of benefits and apply today!
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