Senior Care Assistant

Senior Care Assistant Sandbach, England

St Stephens - Park Homes
Full Time Sandbach, England 13.5 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description

The Senior Care Assistant will work under the direction of the deputy manager and home manager providing leadership and support to other care assistants in the nursing home. The role requires advanced knowledge and experience in care practices, including dementia care, palliative care, and other specialized areas.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership and guidance to care assistants in the nursing home, ensuring that care practices are safe, effective, and compassionate.
  • Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal care and assisting with meal times.
  • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, following established protocols and procedures.
  • Monitor and record changes in residents’ health status, reporting any concerns or changes to the nurse in charge or home management.
  • Develop and implement care plans and treatment protocols for each resident, in collaboration with the nurse in charge and other members of the care team.
  • Provide emotional support and companionship to residents, engaging in conversation, activities, and hobbies.
  • Help with meal presentation and serving, ensuring that residents receive adequate nutrition and hydration.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, following infection control and health and safety procedures.
  • Attend training and development sessions as required, maintaining up-to-date knowledge and skills in care practices.
  • Collaborate with other members of the care team, including nurses, therapists, and physicians, to ensure the best possible care for residents.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the nurse manager or head of care.

Working Conditions:

The Senior Care Assistant may work a variety of shifts, including day, evening, night, and weekend shifts, depending on the needs of the nursing home.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract

Salary: £13.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Employee mentoring programme
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • Transport links

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Sandbach: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Senior Care Assistant
St Stephens - Park Homes

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