Job Description: A Senior Care Worker provides support and care for elderly or disabled individuals within care establishments, day care centers, or their own homes. They manage other care workers, including care assistants and home carers, ensuring the highest standards of care and comfort for residents1. Key Responsibilities: Leading and Training: Supervise and train new staff, ensuring they provide quality care. Health Monitoring: Monitor residents' general health and vital signs, such as heart rate and blood pressure. Personal Care: Assist residents with daily living activities, including dressing, washing, and using the bathroom. Meal Preparation: Serve meals and assist with feeding when required. Medication Management: Fill in medication reports and ensure proper administration. Communication: Keep families informed about their relative's progress. Engagement: Deliver activities to stimulate and engage residents. Record Keeping: Maintain records of daily activities, observations, and direct hours of service. Skills and Qualifications: Strong Communication: Ability to interact effectively with elderly individuals and their families. Empathy and Compassion: Providing emotional support and understanding. Patience and Resilience: Handling challenging behaviors and situations. Organizational Skills: Managing schedules and medication administration. Teamwork: Working well in a team and collaborating with other healthcare professionals. Problem-Solving: Addressing any issues or concerns that may arise. Flexibility: Adapting to the changing needs of elderly individuals. Understanding of Dementia: Providing appropriate care for age-related conditions. Education and Experience: Qualifications: No formal academic entry requirements, but registration with an appropriate statutory body is required. NVQ Level 3: Usually required for senior care workers. Experience: Background in social care is preferred, and some may have nursing qualifications. Background Checks: Likely to include a CRB check. Benefits: Job Satisfaction: Providing care and support to those in need can be highly rewarding. Career Progression: Opportunities for advancement within the care sector. Training and Development: Access to training programs and career development. Recognition: Rewards and recognition programs, such as employee of the month. Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and part-time options. Supportive Environment: Working in a supportive and family-oriented company.