Senior Care Assistant, Days (33 Hours). 3 Positions Available

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Duties:
- Provide personal care and support to elderly individuals in a compassionate and respectful manner
- Assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Administer medications according to prescribed instructions
- Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature
- Assist with mobility and transfers, using proper lifting techniques and equipment
- Prepare meals and assist with feeding if necessary
- Engage in conversation and provide companionship to promote emotional well-being
- Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as tidying up living areas and doing laundry
- Maintain accurate documentation of care provided

Skills:
- Previous experience in a similar role is required along with administering medication.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Empathy and patience when working with elderly individuals
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR
- Ability to adapt to changing needs and situations
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

We offer competitive pay rates and opportunities for career growth within our organization. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to seniors and making a positive impact in their lives, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that all applicants must undergo an Enhanced DBS check and provide references.

No Agencies Please

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £11.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overtime

Experience:

• Medication administration: 1 year (required)
• supervisory: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)
• NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Chesterfield (required)

Work Location: In person