Senior Care Assistant

A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Care Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in the Hebburn, Tyne and Wear area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers

A care home situated in a quiet residential area in Hebburn, provides the highest standard of residential, dementia and nursing dementia care to its residents

**To be considered for this position you must hold a QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care and willing to work towards Level 3**

As a Senior Care Assistant your key duties include:

You will lead and inspire a team of committed care assistants to provide the highest quality of care to our residents enabling them to live later life well Supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing You will administer medication and maintain clear and accurate records

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

Passionate about caring for older people Previous care experience Experience leading, coaching and motivating a team to deliver high quality care You will have a kind, warm and caring nature and be able to work well as part of a team but also use your own initiative Patience, communication and listening skills are equally important Maintaining accurate records, time management and prioritising tasks will also be strengths Ability to lead by example, form positive relationships and energise colleagues to deliver exceptional care then we’d love to hear from you

The successful Senior Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £12.25 per hour and the annual salary is £24,524.50 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 38.5 hours a week working through night shifts. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

Generous holiday entitlement Ongoing personal development plan and career progression Company Pension Scheme Friendly Working Environment Free Enhanced DBS Check and uniform Excellent career development opportunities Full time and part time opportunities Discounts and benefits suited to your lifestyle

Reference ID: 6884

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV