Senior Care Assistant – Days

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Full timePer hour
Location: Rushden
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Job offered by: Merco Recruitment
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Senior Care Assistant Days Salary: GBP14.37 per hour plus incentives Hours: Full time 7am-7pm To include alternate weekends Location: RUSHDEN, Northants

Are you ready to thrive in a supportive care environment? Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the care sector? Do you want to be part of a team where great work is recognised and rewarded? What we offer you: We believe the happiness of our residents starts with the wellbeing and engagement of our team. We prioritise our people and ensure that those in this crucial role are well rewarded:

• Competitive Pay: Above market standards • Pay Rises: Annual performance-related pay increases of up to 8%, in addition to any cost of living increase • Holiday: 28 days, including bank holidays • Pension: 3% employer contribution to Pension Scheme • Bonus Points: Earn points for recognition from colleagues, good training, attendance, and contributions, which can be exchanged for vouchers or cash (tax covered by the employer) • Training: Full funding for relevant qualifications and up to GBP500 financial bonus for completion • Refer a Friend Incentive: Earn up to GBP1,000 for referring a suitable team member • Meals: Low-cost meals at GBP1 per course while on shift • Short Notice Shift Incentives • Employee Assistance Programme: Free 24/7 counselling and wellbeing advice • DBS Check: We cover the cost • Uniform: Provided as needed (subject to fair use policy) About Us: Rated 'Good' by CQC, our home provides personal, nursing, and dementia care to residents. We are proud of our positive team culture and commitment to delivering excellent care. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior Care Assistant, you will lead shifts and provide the highest possible level of care to our residents, assisting with their daily living activities while promoting independence and dignity. You will: • Lead shifts, ensuring high standards of care are maintained • Provide and document daily medication rounds without error • Oversee and support your team, ensuring all care tasks are completed to the highest standard • Promote best practices and challenge poor practices • Conduct regular one-to-one meetings with team members and manage any concerns or complaints in line with the Home Manager Essential Requirements: • Relevant professional qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care) • Minimum of two years experience as a Care Assistant in a residential/nursing home setting • Understanding of Person-Centred Care Planning and adult safeguarding principles • Ability to work under pressure and manage a team • Strong communication and time management skills • Must live within 30 minutes of the home Preferred Requirements: • Two years experience in a senior care role • Experience working with residents living with dementia • NVQ Level 4 in Adult Health and Social Care or above • Knowledge of National Care Standards and effective one-to-one performance reviews Why Join Us? • We prioritise our people and have received excellent reviews, including a 4.8-star rating on Indeed and a 9.7 rating on (url removed) • Our teams are highly qualified, with over half holding a relevant Diploma and many others currently studying • We have consistently received Good and Outstanding ratings in Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspections Apply Today! Join a rewarding career where you ll be supported, recognised, and appreciated. Please submit your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for additional information. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

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