Senior Care Assistant

4 months ago


Swaffham, United Kingdom Castlemeadow Care Full time

**Senior Care Assistant - Full-time Days - Swaffham**

**£ 11.80 per hour**

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our hardworking team at The Paddocks residential care home in Swaffham, our care team really do care about our residents and are dedicated and warm-hearted. Previous experience isn’t necessary as full training is given, but a caring, compassionate and warm approach is essential. Everything we do is from the heart, caring is our passion, we always have fun and, nothing is too much.

The Paddocks is conveniently situated in the centre of Swaffham, a beautiful and tranquil Norfolk market town with a vast selection of shops, cafes and restaurants. The home provides the highest level of personalised residential and dementia care to up-to 100 residents.

**Key responsibilities of a Senior Care Assistant**:

- Ensure that a detailed handover is taken/given at the end of each shift so to provide continuity and knowledge.
- Promote a caring environment conductive to the physical and emotional need of the residents.
- Maintain adequate staff numbers on shift, including determining future staffing needs.
- Reviewing and updating care plans ensuring they meets residents needs and wishes.
- To assist residents in their daily personal care to include, but not limited to grooming, washing, bathing (which may include using hoists).
- Provide a safe and secure environment for residents, staff members and visitors.
- Help ensure that all staff contribute to the efficient running of the home and the creation of a warm environment.

Our carers really do care about our residents and are dedicated and warm-hearted. They play a crucial role in the lives of our residents and their families and are the most vital members of our team. You will be involved in supporting the carers and how they interact with our residents in a relationship-centred manner, promoting their dignity, independence and well-being, and becoming an integral part of the lives.

If you don’t have any Senior Care Assistant experience but have a background in care we will support and train you to promote your leadership skills and to help develop your own career pathway, ensuring that you feel confident in all aspects of the role.

**Training and development**

We see training and development as an instrumental part of the success of each of our care homes.

Every employee will receive a full induction on commencement of employment ensuring that everyone feels welcomed and has a good understanding of our high standards and ethos of the business.

Throughout your time with us we positively encourage further training through **National Vocational Qualifications**. This is available throughout all areas of our business to include all employees.

So, if you feel you are committed and passionate with a real “can do” attitude focusing on the delivery of outstanding services to our residents we would love to hear from you.

**Benefits and culture**:

- We live by our company values - we are one big family, everything we do is from the heart, caring is our passion, always have fun, nothing is too much.
- Ongoing training and development; including fully funded diplomas up to NVQ level 5
- A Rewarding role
- Variety - no two days are the same
- Excellent employment benefits
- Long term career opportunities
- Permanent contract available
- Annual Leave 28 days
- No DBS fees.
- Employee assistance program to support your health and wellbeing.
- Blue Light Card offering a number of discounts across retail and hospitality.
- Refer a friend scheme.
- Being part of an award-winning organisation

Founded in 1999, Castlemeadow Care has been delivering excellence in the delivery of care and support. We wouldn’t be able to do this without our compassionate, dedicated and talented teams throughout our homes. We are a passionate company and strive to constantly improve standards across all areas. As a rapidly growing business we’re always looking for passionate and committed individuals who take pride in making a difference in people’s lives.

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

**Salary**: £11.80 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Wellness programme

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Swaffham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: CMCTPSCA001


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