Senior Care Assistant - Vacancy reference: PK61921

£12.75-13.25 per hour, Paid Breaks!

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client who has a fantastic reputation within the Southampton area for its well-established residential care home. The company has a number of homes across the South of England and are well-known for providing top quality care.

Our client strives to deliver the highest standards of care within their residential home and are seeking a strong Senior Care Assistant with previous care experience to join their dedicated care team.

About the home:

This is a beautiful 36 bedded residential care home specialising in elderly and dementia care. Their CQC report is rated "Good" and "Outstanding" in all areas and person-centred care is at the very heart of the company’s values. Each room is beautifully furnished and comes with an en-suite, and the care home also has a number of comfortable communal areas.

These are full time, permanent Senior Care Assistant roles (24-48 hours per week, alternate weekends) paying a fantastic £12.75-13.25 per hour with paid breaks!

Senior Care Assistant Duties:

* To Supervise and participate in the delivery of care to residents, working collaboratively within a team of Carers and other Seniors

* To provide leadership and support to the care staff

* Responsible for medication administration

* Always promote the dignity and independence of residents

As a senior care assistant you will be expected to lead by example at all times and provide strong leadership skills to the rest of the care assistants. You should have a strong work ethic and embody your care homes attitude towards delivering the highest standards of care.

Senior Carer requirements:

* Previous experience within a nursing/residential home

* Previous experience as a Senior Care Assistant or Senior Support Worker

* NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care

* Medication trained

For more information on this Senior Care Assistant vacancy please call Phil King on (phone number removed)