Senior Carer

Leicestershire County Care Ltd has been successfully running Residential Care Homes within the Midlands area for over 10 years. The foundation of this company is built on providing a safe and homely atmosphere where residents have the ability to live their lives in a nourishing and supportive environment which promotes their independence.

**We are currently seeking Senior Carers (also known as Care Team Leaders) for vacancies within Curtis Weston House, Care Home, night and day shifts.**

Main responsibilities involve being a supportive and important member of a caring team, participate fully in the delivery of care with quality and standard. Care Team Leaders must be able to give detailed care with reference to key-workers and help guide a team as well supporting their Home Manager.

**Daily duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to**:

- Assisting with moving and handling residents
- Maintaining Health & Safety standard & Fire Procedures
- General supervision of residents during mealtimes; assisting residents with meals as necessary
- Maintaining and recording necessary documentation
- Participating in all forms of social and recreational activities
- Medication Administration and Medical assistance/standards
- Allocation of staff and Home Management support
- Documentation; Care Plans, Supervisions and Personal Checklists

**Skills/Requirements**:

- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- Medication knowledge/administration
- First Aid
- Good numeric and literacy skills
- Caring attitude
- Good communication skills
- A strong team worker
- Supportive and patient
- Reliable and punctual

**What we can offer you?**
- Great career development opportunity and ongoing support
- Paid 28 annual leave day
- National Employment Saving Trust pension scheme
- Attendance incentives
- Access to Bluelight Card, Discounts for Carers and access to Company Shop Group

**Shifts will include days, nights and weekends.**

Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure, the expense will be met by the applicant. The employer has claimed an exemption under the Equality Act 2010.

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**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £11.50-£11.94 per hour

Schedule:

- Day shift

Work Location: In person