Senior Healthcare Assistant

Job Description: Senior Care Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable and experienced Senior Care Assistant to provide high-quality, person-centred care to residents while supervising and supporting junior care staff.

Key Responsibilities

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Provide personal care and support with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, mobility, nutrition and hydration.

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Lead, supervise and support Care Assistants during shifts.

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Administer medication in line with training, competency and organisational policies.

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Monitor residents' health and wellbeing, reporting any changes or concerns promptly.

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Ensure care plans, risk assessments and daily care records are accurately maintained.

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Promote residents' dignity, independence, safety and safeguarding.

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Maintain infection control, health and safety standards.

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Communicate effectively with residents, relatives, colleagues and healthcare professionals.

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Ensure smooth shift handovers and effective delivery of care.

Essential Requirements:

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Previous experience in a care environment, preferably in a senior position.

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Good understanding of person-centred care and safeguarding.

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Knowledge of medication administration and moving and handling procedures.

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Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.

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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care is desirable.

Personal Attributes:

The candidate must be compassionate, professional, reliable, patient and committed to delivering excellent standards of care