Senior Care Assistant - Specialist Dementia Care Home in Ingatestone
Location: Ingatestone, Essex
Position: Senior Care Assistant
Specialization: Elderly Dementia Care
Hours: 36 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
About Us: We are a dedicated residential care home in Ingatestone, Essex, specializing in providing compassionate and individualized care for elderly residents living with dementia. Our mission is to create a safe, supportive, and enriching environment where our residents can thrive, maintaining their dignity and independence.
Role Overview: As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, person-centered care to our residents. You will lead and support a team of care assistants, ensuring that all care practices align with our commitment to excellence and the specific needs of individuals with dementia.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Personal Care & Support: Provide comprehensive personal care to residents, including assistance with mobility, toileting, washing, and dressing, while encouraging and promoting their independence.
2. Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor care assistants, facilitating comprehensive inductions for new staff and conducting regular personal development plans to maintain high standards of care.
3. Medication Administration: Safely administer medications in accordance with company policies and procedures.
4. Resident Well-being: Foster positive relationships with residents and their families, ensuring effective communication and a supportive environment that respects individual preferences and needs.
5. Health & Safety: Identify and report potential risks within the home, adhere to emergency procedures, and ensure the safe use of manual handling techniques and equipment.
Requirements:
* NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards qualification).
* Proven experience in a residential care or dementia care setting.
* Experience in administering medication.
* Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
If you are an experienced Senior Care Assistant with a passion for dementia care and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you.
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