Senior care assistant jobs

If you have previous experience providing care as a care assistant then you may wish to consider applying for one of our senior care assistant jobs.

Senior care assistant jobs near me

We are looking for senior care assistants across the whole of England and have vacancies in each of the following areas:

• Home care
• Live-in care
• Care and nursing homes

Senior health care assistant job description

What are the main duties?

• Lead and work alongside the health care team, providing practical support and care to residents, including personal, emotional & social care as outlined in individual care plans
• Contribute to plans of care that promote an environment conducive to a high standard of care based on the needs and wishes of residents
• Support, mentor & lead the development of the health care team

The role involves

• Leading a team of care assistants
• Monitoring and driving standards of care
• Safe and accurate medication administration
• Liaising with outside professionals to ensure residents live well
• Mentoring and supervisions of care assistants
• Reviewing care plans and assessments

What qualities does a senior care assistant need?

• A caring nature and desire to make a difference in someone’s life
• Previous experience in a social care setting
• Excellent communication and customer skills
• NVQ3 or above or another professional qualification in care
• The right to work in the UK
• A good level of English – both written and spoken
• Approachable and supportive nature

What are the benefits?

• • Excellent career progression
  • Contracted hours with flexible working – we can work around you!
  • Supported internal training
  • Have a voice to share your ideas to improve and develop the service
  • National Health Discount Scheme, offering up to 60% off high street names
  • Discounts offered by the Blue Light Card
  • Employee Assistance Programme with access to medical, financial and emotional support
  • Free DBS
  • Free meals on full shift
  • Long service bonus
  • Pension contributions

About Agincare

We provide a wide range of care services tailored to a person’s needs and have a range of care careers available across our live-in care, home care, and care home businesses.

We are a family-owned business that has provided reliable and professional care since 1986. We pride ourselves in putting the person first and fully understanding the needs of each individual, ensuring a good fit between care assistant and customer at all times.

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