Senior Care Assistant HCC618818

Job summary

Our homes provide the right environment for our Senior Care Assistants to deliver the outstanding care our residents deserve. You'll provide first-class care and contribute to the smooth running of our home, leading shifts in the absence of the Nurse. Each of our residents are unique and you'll develop person-centred care plans to meet their individual mental, physical, social and emotional needs.

In this varied and fast-paced Senior Care Assistant role you'll help lead, motivate and support colleagues using your knowledge and expertise to role model excellent standards of care. You'll enjoy building positive relationships with colleagues, residents and their families and share our commitment to creating an inclusive culture, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ideally, you'll have experience of working with older adults in a residential or nursing setting. We provide 24-hour care, so you'll need the flexibility to work shift patterns, including weekend working. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, would be an advantage, but isn't essential as we can provide the opportunity to study towards this qualification.

This role may involve some nights, weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Care Assistant you'll contribute to and participate in the smooth running of the unit and youll shift lead in the absence of the Nurse. Youll also work within our established team to contribute to the development of care plans for people who use our service, ensuring we continually offer a person centred approach. You'll effectively lead, motivate and support staff to promote person centred care and ensure that residents needs are met.

About us

Choose a career with us and join our friendly, committed and supportive team as a Senior Care Assistant, as part of the largest care provider in Hampshire. You'll have access to a wealth of rewarding career choices, whatever your skills and experience, plus access to our extensive benefits package.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire County Council

Address

Hawthorne Court

21 Hamilton Road

Sarisbury Green

Southampton

SO317LX

Employer's website

https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire County Council

Address

Hawthorne Court

21 Hamilton Road

Sarisbury Green

Southampton

SO317LX

Employer's website

https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)

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