Senior Health Care Assistant

Senior Healthcare Assistant

Ashley Court Care Home

Location

Ashley Court Care Home

Hours

Full-time / Part-time available

Salary

Competitive, depending on experience

Ashley Court Care Home is looking for a compassionate, dedicated and experienced Senior Healthcare Assistant to join our caring team.

As a Senior Healthcare Assistant, you will play an important role in providing high-quality care and support to our residents, while also supporting and guiding other members of the care team.

Key responsibilities

Providing person-centred care and support to residents

Assisting residents with personal care, mobility, nutrition and daily activities

Supporting residents to maintain their dignity, independence and choice

Monitoring residents' wellbeing and reporting any concerns appropriately

Completing accurate care records and documentation

Administering medication where trained and authorised to do so

Supporting care staff and helping to coordinate daily duties

Leading by example and promoting high standards of care

Communicating effectively with residents, relatives and healthcare professionals

Supporting the Home Manager and senior team with the smooth running of the home

Following safeguarding, health and safety and infection-control procedures

About you

We are looking for someone who

Has experience working in a care or healthcare setting

Has a genuine passion for caring for older people

Is confident, reliable and organised

Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Can work effectively as part of a team

Is able to take responsibility and provide guidance to other care staff

Understands the importance of dignity, privacy and person-centred care

Is willing to undertake relevant training and development

A relevant care qualification, such as an NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, is desirable.

What we offer

Competitive salary

Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities

Supportive and friendly working environment

Training and development opportunities

Opportunities for career progression

The opportunity to make a genuine difference to residents' lives

To apply

Please send your CV and a brief covering letter to Ashley Court Care Home.

Join our team and help us provide outstanding care, dignity and compassion to every resident.