Night Time Senior Care Assistant

Job Description

Spring into a new career with us!

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can really make a difference? Or perhaps you are an experienced care professional looking for a change? Agincare has opportunities across the country that could be perfect for you and also add a real difference to the lives of those we support on a daily basis. Care is a vocation, we are looking for people who are passionate about supporting others and will take pride and love in the work they undertake on a daily basis. Interested? Apply today!

What’s on Offer

• A salary of £12 per hour (plus an uplift for nights)
• Part time or Full time shifts available with the possibility to also work nights 
• Fully funded training and career development 
• Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program (offering support for employees and their families)
• Company pension scheme
• Staff appreciation incentives; Internal competitions to win prizes such as vouchers, holidays, extra annual leave.

This role is for a Night Time position.

About the Role

Trafalgar Care Home is based on Dorchester Road in Weymouth near local transport links and amenities. And we’re within easy reach of Weymouth town centre and the historic harbourside.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will supervise and lead a team of care assistants to ensure they are supported and have clear direction and guidance throughout each shift.

You will be responsible for ensuring that residents receive quality care in line with their person-centred care plans, and administer medication in accordance with company policy. You will ensure that the working practices of you and your team follow Health & Safety and infection control guidelines.

As a senior member of the care team, you will identify and report to care home management any changes in resident needs, and act as an escalation for any incidents or emergency events where required.

About You

• A minimum of 24 months on your right to work is required

• Qualified to at least NVQ Level 2, and achieved or working towards NVQ level 3 (or equivalent)
• At least two years' experience working in a social care environment - preferably with vulnerable people over 65.
• Good demonstrable knowledge and experience of dementia
• Excellent communication skills and a real ability to show empathy to people under your care

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