Senior Care Assistant

We are a trusted residential care home in Burton upon Trent, committed to providing high-quality, professional, and personalised care for their residents. Our dedicated team ensures a compassionate and supportive environment, making it a top choice for elderly Care in Burton upon Trent.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Full & Part time Senior Care Assistant 28 hours hours a week to join our team.

In this role, you will provide essential support to residents in a care home setting, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. You will play a key role in implementing care plans and supervising junior staff, while fostering a warm and supportive environment for our senior residents.

Responsibilities

Are you the right person for the job?

• MUST have NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or willing to work towards
• Flexible and able to work shifts which include weekends
• Genuine interest in and experience of working with service users in a residential care setting
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Team player
• Willingness to participate in Vocational Training
• Satisfactory DBS Checks
• Medication Trained
• Qualification in the Safe Handling of Medicines / Experience

What will your role look like?

• Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained in accordance with person-centred Care Plans, Risk Assessments
• Ensure service users' care needs, e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual, are met. Providing supervision and attention when needed
• Review Care Plans
• Report on the well-being of Service Users and liaise with GPS, Healthcare Professionals and Managers
• Ensure service users' privacy, respect and dignity are maintained at all times
• Dispense medication, and ensure correct recording of all relevant information relating to medication (after satisfactory completion of the Safe Handling of Medicines course).
• Ensure all holistic assessments are carried out when Service Users are admitted to the Abacus Care Home.
• Develop and implement individual care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.

Job Overview

• Supervise and mentor junior staff members, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of residents' progress and any changes in their health status.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and other team members to ensure high-quality care.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations within the care home environment.
• Participate in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge related to senior care.
• Proficient IT skills for maintaining records and documentation accurately.

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking
• Paid training