Senior Care Assistant Nights
Care Management
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear
£13
Permanent, Full time
Work hours: 38.5
Desirable Skills
Previous experience in a Senior Care Assistant, Care Assistant, or healthcare support role., Leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to support, mentor, and guide care staff., Strong knowledge of person-centred care and best practice standards., Experience in developing, implementing, and reviewing care plans., Understanding of safeguarding procedures and adult protection legislation., Knowledge of medication administration and management., Ability to assess and respond appropriately to changes in residents' physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing., Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., Knowledge of infection prevention and control procedures., Good problem-solving and decision-making skills., Competence in using electronic care planning and record systems.Competence in using electronic care planning and record systems., Experience supporting individuals living with dementia, physical disabilities, or complex care needs.
Job description
Here at Primrose House Residential Care Home, are currently looking for a Senior Care Assistant to join our caring, enthusiastic, and supportive team.
Position: Senior Care Assistant
Job Type: Fulltime | 38.5 hours per week
Location: Crowhall Lane, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
We offer specialist residential dementia care, in a peaceful and safe environment for individuals with dementia, and with long term illness. We are very passionate about providing the very best care in our residential home, helping our residents to live longer, healthier and a happier life. We are at present looking for individuals who are passionate and enthusiastic about developing a career in care.
Responsibilities:
Main responsibilities involve being a supportive and important member of a caring team, participate fully in the delivery of care with quality and standard.
- You will be taking responsibility of the wellbeing of residents and their needs.
- Assisting with personal care for example washing, dressing personal hygiene, and helping with meals
- Encouraging residents with independence, dignity, and respect as well as choice by the providing the highest level of care.
- Also completing care records and keeping them up-to-date and accurate
- Undertaking training which is ongoing
Requirements:
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a dedicated team
- A respectful, courteous and compassionate nature and a willingness to undertake any aspects of care or non-care duties
- A belief in always giving your personal best and striving for continuous improvement.
We look forward to receiving your application and thank you for considering Primrose House Residential as your potential workplace.
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Primrose Hill Care Home (Kara Healthcare)
Primrose House Care Home, Crowhall Lane, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE10 9PU, United Kingdom
01913371411