Senior Healthcare Assistant

Witney, England, United Kingdom

9/30/2024

Department: Senior Carer

Location: Merryfield House Nursing Home

Compensation: £12.50 - £12.80 / hour

Description

Are you an experienced Senior Healthcare Assistant with a passion to deliver exceptional care?

Join our friendly senior care team at Merryfield Nursing Home in Witney for local and rewarding work!

Employee benefits

At Peverel Court Care, our team mean the world to us. That's why we are committed to providing an outstanding, well-rounded employee benefits package to make sure we care for our team, while they care for our residents.

• Excellent remuneration packages


• Paid e-learning


• 24/7 access to an online GP


• Access to qualified therapists through an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)


• Team-building social events and experiences


• Monthly off-site massage


• Referral scheme - earn up to £500 per successful referral


• Company sponsorship for professional and academic qualifications


• Complimentary fresh fruits and snacks


• Cycle to work scheme


• Rewards and recognition scheme


• Automatic enrolment to workplace pension


• On-site parking

What to expect in this role

Our carers play a vital role in the lives of our residents and their families. You will be involved in supporting the daily activities of our residents; promoting their dignity, independence and well-being, and becoming an integral part of their lives. In addition to the above, senior carers supervise teams of care assistants and update personalised care plans.

What we expect of you

• Minimum qualifications: Level 3 in Health and Social Care


• Must have experience and knowledge of medication administration.


• To ensure the wellbeing of the residents and to maximise their quality of life by aiding and encouraging each resident to reach their full potential.


• To promote good working practices and to perform duties competently and in accordance with company policies so ensuring a safe and secure environment for both residents and staff.


• That any accident is dealt with effectively and that correct reporting procedures are followed.


• To attend staff meetings regularly and to participate in training as requested.


• Demonstrate outstanding time management, problem solving, organisational and prioritisation skills.


• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), and confidence communicating with people at all levels whilst maintaining confidentiality when required


• A strong service mindset and flexible can-do approach.


• Strong judgement and decision-making ability


• Have energy, enthusiasm and confidence to take the initiative