Senior Care Assistant

As a Senior Care Assistant you will support the running of the shift and show warmth and support to our residents and their families; helping to promote independence and dignity and positively enhancing the lives of individuals in our care.

So as a Senior Care Assistant what do you need to do to make this happen?

• Ensure the delivery of quality of care by continually assessing our residents needs and wishes
• Develop, review and update care plans to meet our clients changing physical, social and psychological needs
• Communicate professionally and warmly with visitors and family, and other health care professionals
• Promote high standards of care by ensuring all staff are supervised appropriately and shifts run in a smooth and efficient manner
• Promote the Home in a professional manner, by becoming actively involved in raising awareness of the Home within the local community 

Job Requirements

In order to achieve this our carers should have:

A positive attitude and wholly adopt a person centered approach; showing compassion and a desire to make a difference. Show leadership qualities, and be willing to take ownership for the delivery of quality care. Our senior care assistants must hold a minimum of NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care and have a legal right to work in the UK.

It is essential to have the following:

• A minimum of 12mths experience of working in a health and social care setting
• Senior care/team leading experience
• Care Certificate or equivalent training covering care induction as defined by Skills for Care.

Four Seasons Health Care provide a variety of competitive benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, a bespoke development programme, childcare vouchers and an employee discount scheme. Plus free parking and uniform where applicable.

If you have the skills to succeed in this role and are committed to the provision of quality care please click on Apply now.