SonicJobs Logo
Left arrow iconBack to search

URGENT HIRING!! "Senior Carer"

Staff Giant
Posted a day ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Calne, Wiltshire SN11 9NP, England

Salary

£12.5 - £15 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

Sonic Summary

info
  • The position of Senior Care Assistant is available in Wiltshire, UK, offering a salary range of £12.5 to £15 per hour.
  • Candidates are required to have at least 2 years of experience working as a carer or as a senior carer.
  • Relevant qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as NVQ Level 3 or above, are necessary for applicants.
  • The role involves assisting residents with personal care, ensuring healthcare needs are met, and promoting activities for mental and physical well-being.
  • The position offers both full-time and part-time permanent opportunities, but applicants must have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Job Title: Senior Care Assistant

Location: Wiltshire, UK

Salary Range: £12.5 to £15 per hour

Shift : Day / Night

Job hours : Full time and Part time ( permanent )

About Us: We are a leading provider of residential and community care services, committed to

delivering exceptional support to our residents. Our focus is on enhancing quality of life through

compassionate care and professional service.

Position Overview : We are looking for Experienced senior carer or Experienced Health Care Assistant (want to work as a Senior Carer)

Requirements:

  • Should have experience working as a senior carer or more than 2 years of experience working as a carer. ( Will provide the induction to the candidates who don't have prior experience working as a senior carer)
  • Relevant qualifications in Health and Social Care (NVQ Level 3 or above)

  • Reliable and flexible, with a commitment to high-quality care

  • Compassionate and empathetic approach to care

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills

  • Right to work in the UK should be eligible for full time ( please note that visa sponsorship will not be provided)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Help to ensure that all care, domestic and kitchen staff contribute to the best of their ability to the efficient running of the Home and the creation of the right atmosphere.
  • Assist residents with their personal care needs.
  • Answer call bells, emergency bells, the door and the telephone: greet visitors.
  • Ensure the healthcare needs of the residents are met by liaising with GP’s District Nurses, Chiropodists etc.
  • Assist in the care of residents who are unwell or dying.
  • Promote mental and physical activities for residents through the key worker system: by talking to them, taking them out and sharing with them in activities such as reading, writing, hobbies and recreations.
  • Help with the completion of Plans of Care for residents, new residents and help with resident reviews.
  • Help to control the issue of drugs for which the Home has taken responsibility, to maintain the necessary records and to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the systems for administering medication.
  • Help to ensure that the preparation, cooking and serving of food meet the required standards.
  • Help to ensure that rooms and common spaces are properly cleaned, maintained and adequately heated.
  • Lead, facilitate and participate in staff meetings, staff training, supervision, appraisal and development activities
  • Carry out supervision and induction of designated staff as required.
  • Support the Manager in his/her duties as the responsible officer for the Home under the Health & Safety Act and the Fire Regulations.
  • To assist Registered Manager to ensure that all records required to be kept in the home by the Care Standards Act 2000 and any subsequent relevant legislation are maintained accurately, and are up to date. To have these available for inspection by the Inspection Officer or anyone appointed by the care home to see them.
  • Be aware of the security of the residents and building, locking external doors and windows at a time specified by the Registered Manager.
  • Adhere to policies and procedures within the Home and the Trust.

Apply Now!!

Apply now in a few quick clicks

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.