Senior Care Assistant

Boston, Lincolnshire, England
PE21
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Pay
£12.90 to £13.50 per hour
Job level
Other Qualified Professional
Hours
Full time
Type
Bank
Posted
30 Nov 2024
Closes
29 Dec 2024
Pay
£12.90 to £13.50 per hour
Hours
Full time
Contract
Bank
Role
Other Qualified Professional
Posted
30 Nov 2024
Closes
29 Dec 2024

Job Description

The Gardens, Boston PE21 8EY

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. And, by joining us, you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.

For you, that will mean planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. You will get to know our residents and their families – helping to ensure we deliver truly personalised care plans. Leading a team of Care Assistants , you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of care and you’ll be a real influence on the rest of the team. Whether you are showing someone how to use a walking frame, helping someone at the end of their life to eat a meal or talking to a resident’s family on the phone, you’ll do so with a sense of kindness, above anything else. Assisting the Registered Nurse and Care Manager, you will be involved in providing essential physical and mental stimulation through a range of social and recreational activities, as well as administering medication.

One of your key responsibilities as Senior Care Assistant is to maintain accurate records of the job you do and build strong relationships with the rest of your team.

Preferably Have a level 3 in Health and Social care qualification.

Arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of the shift ready for handover and to receive a short induction from the Senior handing over.

Must have good verbal and written communication skills. To be able to accurately and legibly complete paperwork, such as accident forms, handovers and any

other paperwork that may be needed overnight. To be able to confidently liaise with doctors, nurses and other medical professionals where needed.

To be able to confidently manage an emergency should one arise.

Competent in all aspects of administrating medicines using the Emed system

Be able to confidently deliver hands on care as will need to work the floor and be part of the care team when not administrating medicines.

Must be experienced with moving and handling equipment, in particular a slide sheet.

Have at least 6 months experience of being a senior carer and being responsible for the building in other residential with dementia homes.

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and therefore it is important that you are able to recognise the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

We’ll provide full training, so it’s a great opportunity to learn something new. In return, you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well-being and throughout your career as a Senior Care Assistant we will invest in you, and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:

  • Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
  • Hourly rate is s ubject to experience and qualifications
  • Free uniform
  • During a shift of eight hours or more a nutritious meal will be available
  • Company pension scheme
  • 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Group life assurance cover
  • Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
  • Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications.
  • GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your children under 16
  • An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team.
  • Colleague discounts – Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
  • Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues
  • Excellent recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
  • An attractive refer a friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role
We are passionate about ensuring that our current and future Colleagues can be their true selves, and that our workforce represents the communities we serve. We prioritise inclusive working

Ref: 60282

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