Senior Night Care Assistant

Senior Care Assistant (Nights)

Sleaford

Up to £13.72 per hour

I am working with a privately owned group who have a beautiful care home rated as ‘good’ in the Sleaford area. The home is an old vicarage based in beautiful, landscaped gardens which the residents really enjoy.

Their fundamental mission is to provide care of the highest quality, giving comfort and friendship within a homely atmosphere while respecting and being sensitive to the individual needs, wishes and choices of residents.

They are now looking for an experienced Senior Night Care Assistant to join their friendly team.

You will be required to:

* Lead the night shift and support team members to ensure all staff put service users’ needs first and are always providing excellent care

* Ensure staff supervisions for all care staff and ancillary staff are carried out

* Attend and contribute to meetings / handovers to maintain communication between all levels of staff

* Promote good practice in care, and challenge any poor practice

* Ensure that all staff training needs are met and that staff are supported through the supervision process

For his post you must be able to demonstrate:

* A relevant professional qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

* The ability lead a team

* At least a year’s experience in a similar role

* Experience in administering medication

* A full UK Driving licence and transport due to the location of the home

For more information on this role, please call Elite on (phone number removed).

Social care