Senior Carer

Job summary

About The Opportunity

Are you a compassionate, dedicated individual ready to take the next step in your care career? The Oaks Care Home is a friendly, supportive environment for 33 residents with varying levels of dementia. We are looking for experienced Senior Care Assistants who are passionate about enriching the lives of the elderly and contributing to a positive, community-focused home.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be crucial to delivering the highest standards of daily care:

· Providing hands-on personal care with dignity and respect.

· Assisting residents with meals and hydration.

· Supporting residents during visits from healthcare professionals.

· Creating a Quality Life: Leading community outings and developing meaningful in-home experiences.

· Ensuring meticulous record-keeping using our computerised reporting system.

· Medication Management: Administering medication as prescribed, accurately and safely, following all procedural guidelines.

· Care Planning: Contributing to, implementing, and updating resident care plans in collaboration with the management team.

· Leadership and Mentoring: Providing guidance and support to junior Care Assistants, delegating tasks appropriately, and overseeing shifts as required.

· Communication: Acting as a key point of contact for residents' families and external healthcare professionals, providing updates and coordinating care.

What We Look For

We value passion and commitment above all. We'd love to hear from you if you have:

· A genuine desire to help our elderly residents live their best, fullest lives.

· Enthusiasm for leading engaging activities and community trips.

· Excellent, clear communication skills in English to effectively interact with residents and the team.

· Local applicants preferred, with easy access to training and bus routes if you do not drive.

Why Join The Oaks?

We are committed to investing in our staff and providing a rewarding career path:

· Career Advancement: Opportunities to gain nationally recognised CQF/NVQ Levels in Health and Social Care.

· Comprehensive Training: Full-paid training, including the essential Care Certificate, delivered both online and face-to-face.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for The Oaks, please don’t hesitate to apply.