Prestwick Care is a successful family run business in the North-East of England and we are currently recruiting for a Senior Care Assistant to work Full-Time at Melton House. This is an amazing opportunity for a Care Assistant who is looking for that next step in their career to join Prestwick Care at an exciting time of growth for the Company.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Assist in the provision of care
* Ensure residents retain their dignity and individuality
* Act as a role model for the other care staff
* Build up good relationships with the residents
* To assist residents to carry out their activities of daily living e.g. washing, dressing, eating and bathing.
* Dispense medication and ensure correct recording of all relevant information relating to medication (after satisfactory completion of the Safe Handling of Medicines course).
* Complete, observe & review care planning needs for residents
* Complete and maintain accurate and legible records as instructed and in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.
What we are looking for:
* Previous experience within the care industry OR genuine interest in working in the care environment
* Great communication skills both written and verbal
* Willingness to participate in Vocational Training Programmes
* Satisfactory DBS check, and check against the ISA List (where applicable)
Why should you apply?
* Full training package
* Increasing portfolio of experience within the homes
* Supportive environment
* Staff Leisure Discount Card
To assist in the provision of care and work as part of a team to achieve required standards. You will ensure residents retain their dignity and individuality and be involved in the general activities of the Care Home. We require individuals who have a genuine interest in working within a caring environment.
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