Senior Support Worker

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Care Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in the Chester-le-Street, Durham area. You will be working for one of the UK's leading health care providers. This is an amazing purpose-built care home that offers the highest standard of residential and dementia care to its residents. To be considered for this position you must hold a QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care and be willing to work towards Level 3. As a Senior Care Assistant, your key duties include: Leading and inspiring a team of committed care assistants to provide the highest quality of care to our residents, enabling them to live later life well. Supporting our residents with personal care needs and helping them to take part in a wide range of activities that support their health and wellbeing. Administering medication and maintaining clear and accurate records. The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role: Passionate about caring for older people. Previous care experience. Experience leading, coaching, and motivating a team to deliver high-quality care. A kind, warm, and caring nature with the ability to work well as part of a team but also use your own initiative. Patience, communication, and listening skills. Maintaining accurate records, time management, and prioritising tasks. Ability to lead by example, form positive relationships, and energise colleagues to deliver exceptional care. The successful Senior Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £12.75 per hour, with an annual salary of £21,879 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full-time role for 33 hours a week, working through night shifts. In return for your hard work and commitment, you will receive the following generous benefits: Paid Breaks & Handovers Generous holiday entitlement Ongoing personal development plan and career progression Company Pension Scheme Friendly Working Environment Free Enhanced DBS Check and uniform Excellent career development opportunities Discounts and benefits suited to your lifestyle Reference ID: 6851 To apply for this fantastic job role, please call 0121 638 0567 or send your CV.

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