Senior Care Assistant – DAYS or NIGHTS 39 HRS – £13.65/hr – Chell, Stoke-on-Trent ST6 – Permanent
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Are you interested in working in a home which was rated as “GOOD” by the CQC. You will be working for a charitable organisation who put the needs of the 46 residents and its staff first, whose person-centred approach to care relies on the dedication and passion of our employees, who we expect to go the extra mile to improve the home experience and generate a relaxed and informal community within our homes. The home hosts well-kept grounds of its own and is in the Chell area of Stoke.
Shifts available are full time on days or nights –
· DAYS – 39 Hours a Week (3 1/2 x 12 hr shifts 8am-8pm) with every other weekend off.
· NIGHTS – 39 Hours a Week (3 on 3 off x 12 hr shifts 8pm-8am) with every other weekend off.
Key Responsibilities
· To provide the highest level of personal care and attention to residents, following individual care plans carefully and ensuring that all contact is polite, friendly, warm and supportive. To act as a key worker for a named group of residents, ensuring that these responsibilities are carried out in full (as defined in the training manual).
· To participate in the formulation and maintenance of individual care plans for each resident and administer medication to residents as prescribed, accurately maintaining appropriate records for both.
· To supervise and support the care team, ensuring that the Care Home values of trust, respect and care are always maintained and that each team member treats residents in the way that they would expect to be treated themselves.
Person Specification
· Two years minimum experience of working in a social care environment
· Have a NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care at least.
· Supervisory/leadership skills
· Willingness to develop new skills
Details
· £13.65/hour
· Permanent Contract
· Excellent public transport links
