Unit Manager

Job summary

Job description:

Senior Care Assistant & Unit Manager - 33 or 44 Hour Contracts

Belvedere House Care Home, Chesterfield, are recruiting for Senior Carers and Unit Managers! If you are interested in either of these roles, please keep reading!

These are 12 hour shifts working from 7pm to 7am (with a 1 hour unpaid break) and will normally involve alternate weekend working.

Duties:

- Provide personal care and support in a compassionate and respectful manner

- Administer medications according to prescribed instructions

- Maintain accurate documentation of care provided

- Assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting

- Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature

- Assist with mobility and transfers, using proper lifting techniques and equipment

- Prepare meals and assist with feeding if necessary

- Engage in conversation and provide companionship to promote emotional well-being

- Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as tidying up living areas and doing laundry

Skills:

- Previous experience in a similar role is required along with administering medication.

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

- Empathy and patience when working with elderly individuals

- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

- Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR

- Ability to adapt to changing needs and situations

- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care highly desirable.

We offer competitive pay rates and opportunities for career growth within our organization. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to seniors and making a positive impact in their lives, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that all applicants must undergo an Enhanced DBS check and provide references.

No Agencies Please.

We cannot provide sponsorship.