Senior Care Assistant reference: SYS-15694

Embark on a fulfilling career path with Care UK, a multi-award-winning provider dedicated to exceptional care. This Senior Care Assistant position offers a unique opportunity for passionate and driven individuals to make a significant impact on the lives of residents while advancing their professional journey.

The Opportunity: A Role Focused on Leadership and Comprehensive Care

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be at the forefront of delivering outstanding care, with a role that encompasses both leadership responsibilities and hands-on support. Key aspects of this dynamic position include:

• Leadership and Supervision: You'll take the lead in supervising your shift, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow, and fostering a supportive environment for your team.
• Holistic Case Management: This role involves managing resident care plans, collaborating closely with families, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders to develop and implement personalized and effective care strategies.
• Medication Management: A crucial element of the role includes the accurate administration and meticulous recording of medication, demonstrating attention to detail and adherence to protocols.
• Proactive Risk Assessment: You will be instrumental in conducting risk assessments, contributing to a safe and secure living environment for all residents.
• Resident-Centred Support: Working collaboratively with care assistants, you will support residents with their daily needs, with a strong emphasis on promoting their independence and activity levels.
• Service Development: Your input will be valued as you work closely with the leadership team to contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of care services.
• Positive and Professional Environment: A commitment to maintaining a fun, inclusive, and professional approach is essential, ensuring a positive experience for residents and colleagues alike.

Advantages for Your Career Growth and Well-being

Joining the Care UK family comes with a suite of benefits designed to support your professional development and personal well-being:

• Financial Flexibility: Access your earned wages anytime through Wagestream, offering unparalleled financial convenience.
• Enhanced Compensation: Enjoy premium pay for working on Bank Holidays, recognizing your dedication.
• Unrivaled Development: Care UK is deeply committed to your career progression. Benefit from extensive training opportunities, access to our approved apprenticeship scheme, and clear pathways for advancement within the organization.
• Exclusive Discounts: Take advantage of a wide range of online and in-store discounts, making your money go further.
• Work-Life Balance: Utilize the annual purchase holiday scheme to secure additional much-needed time off.
• Comprehensive Support: Access dedicated wellbeing support services, ensuring your mental and physical health are prioritized.

What We're Looking For in Our Next Senior Care Assistant

To excel in this role and contribute to our mission, we are seeking individuals who:

• Hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (desirable, but not essential if you demonstrate a strong aptitude and willingness to learn).
• Possess excellent organizational skills, are IT literate, and can effectively allocate and delegate tasks.
• Have a proven track record of leading and supervising others, demonstrating strong interpersonal and management capabilities.
• Understand care planning processes and can contribute to the development and execution of care strategies.
• Are experienced in or eager to undertake training in medication administration, ensuring accuracy and safety.
• Exhibit a genuine passion and innate ability to enrich the lives of others.

At Care UK, we are looking for individuals who share our core values of being caring, passionate, and excellent team players. If you have a strong desire to help people and are committed to placing residents at the heart of everything you do, this is the ideal environment for you. We believe in recognizing potential and nurturing talent; let us help you fulfill yours.