Carer holding hand of an elderly man

Senior Care Assistant

Salary

£22,815

Location

Gateshead

Job Type

Part Time/Permanent

Sector

Healthcare

At Gillespie Recruitment we pride ourselves in helping you find the perfect role.

Our client is a Residential & Nursing Home, with a mission to provide the best quality of life for elderly members of the community in a pleasant environment. They are currently recruiting a Senior Care Assistant.

They are committed to bringing the best quality nursing, residential and dementia care to their wonderful seniors. A goal in mind, to give residents as much independence as possible in a safe, friendly and fun environment.

As the Senior Care Assistant, you will lead charge in delivering top-notch care to all. You’ll be at the helm, guiding and supporting our care team to ensure every resident receives personalised, high-quality care.

The responsibilities include:
Care Captain: Oversee and support our care staff, making sure each resident’s care plan is followed to perfection.
Care Maestro: Ensure that every aspect of care – from daily routines to special needs – is handled with flair and compassion.
Medication Marvel: Administer medication safely and confidently, using your NVQ/SVQ Level 3 qualification to its fullest.

About You

Are you an enthusiastic Senior Care Assistant with experience of working in a residential home? If this sounds like you, we really want to hear from you. You will require to have the following skills:
Leadership Legend: Possess excellent leadership skills to inspire and guide your team.
Medication Whiz: Competent in the safe administration of medication, with a knack for accuracy and care.
Experience Enthusiast: Ideally, you’ll bring experience with dementia, nursing care, respite care, or palliative care.

Benefits

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a range of benefits which include:
• Get Paid in Real-Time with Flexearn: No more waiting for payday! Track your earnings live, cash out when you need, and learn smart money tips to manage your money like a pro.
• Long-Service Awards: Celebrate your milestones with us, starting from just one year of service including additional annual leave.
• Spa Discounts: Treat yourself to some TLC with our exclusive spa deals. You deserve it!
• 24/7 Support: Access our confidential ‘Employee Assistance Programme’ anytime, anywhere including support for your family – because we’ve got your back.

If you are an enthusiastic and ambitious Senior Care Assistant looking for a new challenge, this could be the perfect role for you. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking company.

Apply today!

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