Senior Care Assistant Days - The Maltings Care Home in Bridlington

Care Assistant (Days / Nights)

Location: The Maltings, Bridlington, West Yorkshire
Hours: 42 hours per week
Salary: £14.00 per hour
Shift Pattern: Day shifts or Night shifts available

About the Role

We are looking for experienced Senior Care Assistants to lead and support our care teams at The Maltings. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will take charge of the care team during your shift, ensuring residents receive exceptional person-centred care whilst providing leadership and guidance to Care Assistants

Responsibilities

• Professionally lead the care team during your shift, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient care is delivered
• Provide leadership and support for care staff and act as a champion for residents' safety and dignity
• Assist residents with medication, following current policies and procedures
• Update and maintain care plans, ensuring they accurately reflect residents' needs
• Conduct and document care and risk assessments
• Assist with daily living activities and provide support for the care, emotional, and physical wellbeing of residents
• Supervise care staff on a day-to-day basis and through formal supervision processes
• Liaise with GPs and other health professionals to ensure residents receive appropriate medical and clinical support
• Ensure the safety and comfort of all residents whilst encouraging a happy, homely atmosphere
• Be knowledgeable about Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults policies and procedures
• Ascertain training requirements of staff and provide advice on care delivery where appropriate
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and communication systems
• Carry out quality and support checks on care staff

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Care Assistant, ideally in a residential or nursing home setting
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent (or willingness to work towards)
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Strong knowledge of person-centred care principles
• Understanding of CQC regulations and safeguarding procedures
• Ability to administer medication competently
• A caring nature with a genuine passion for supporting elderly people
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions

Job Benefits

• Competitive salary with enhancements for weekends and night shifts
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development opportunities
• Support with NVQ qualifications
• Pension scheme
• Paid DBS check
• Uniform provided
• Free onsite parking
• Career progression opportunities within [Employer hidden] Group
• Opportunity to shape the culture of a brand new care home

If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of new team at The Maltings Care Home in Bridlington

Care Assistant Bridlington

Please send your CV and a cover letter to [contact hidden]