Job Title: Senior Care Assistant (Night Shifts)
Location: Gateshead
Salary: £11.40 p/h
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
The Role:
We are looking for an experienced and caring person to join the night shift care team as a Senior Care Assistant. The role is based at The Chesters Care Home in Low Fell, Gateshead, where we support up to 33 older people with residential and dementia care needs. We want someone who is committed to providing high-quality, person-centred care and making The Chesters a ‘home from home’ for our residents. We are looking for someone who is confident and happy leading a team of carers on night shift.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting Clients, when required with personal care including washing, continence, dressing, undressing and any other night time needs.
- Carry out the administration of medication to Clients on each shift as per accredited training and as prescribed by G.P.’s.
- Provide for people’s care needs with compassion and understanding ensuring that clients retain their dignity and comfort at all times.
- Perform night checks and assist clients during the night as directed by senior staff
- To help train junior members of staff in all aspects of their work in the home.
- Observe care planning needs for Clients and complete electronic and written records as instructed and in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.
- Answer the Nurse Call System, giving assistance as required.
Essential Skills and Requirements:
- Genuine interest in working within a caring environment
- Diploma Level 2 in Health and social care or above (preferred)
- Experience of administering medication
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients and work colleagues
- Satisfactory DBS Check and two references
- Experience of working with the elderly
Hours:
Night shifts are 8pm to 8am. The role is full time across three- or four-night shifts on a rolling rota across the week (33 or 44 hours per week). Some additional shifts will be required from time to time to cover sickness and holidays. Working pattern can be discussed at interview and there is some flexibility around this.
Company Benefits:
- Company pension scheme
- Snacks and refreshments while on shift
- Uniform provided
- DBS cost paid by company
- On-site car parking
If you’re interested in the role and would like to put yourself forward please hit APPLY. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Support Worker, Carer, Care Support, Care Assistant, Social Worker, Enabler, Care Worker, Care Helper, Care Management, Care Assist, Support Assistant, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Mental Health Support, Support Coordinator, Elderly Care Assistant, Care Manager, Support Manager, Care Coordinator, Private Care Assistant, Private Care, Care Home Assistant, Care Home Worker, Support Care Worker, NVQ 2, Health & Social Care may also be considered for this role.
