Job Description

Rate:

12.62 per hour

Contract:

22, 33 or 44 hours available per week- Part time and Full time available

Shift pattern:

8am-8pmand 8pm-8am - mix of dayand night shifts including some weekend working



Birkdale Tower Care Home, located in the heart of Birkdale, Southport, is a beautifully restored landmark offering luxurious surroundings and exceptional, person-centred care. As part of the Sandstone Care Group, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, supportive environment where residents feel truly at home.



We are currently recruitingcompassionate and experienced Senior Care Assistantsto join our dedicated team and help deliver outstanding care.



As a Senior Care Assistant, your responsibilities will include:



Supporting residents with personal care, hygiene, and daily routines

Providing emotional support and companionship

Monitoring residents' wellbeing and responding to any changes or concerns

Leading and supporting day staff, including supervision and guidance

Maintaining accurate records and ensuring clear handovers

Contributing to and reviewing individual care plans to ensure they reflect residents' changing needs

Ensuring care delivery is in line with regulatory standards and best practice

Assisting with staff appraisals, training, and liaising with healthcare professionals

Promoting a calm, safe, and well-managed environment throughout the day



What are we looking for?



Supervisory or leadership experience in a residential or nursing home setting

A warm, professional approach with a positive attitude

Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards it)

Confidence in using care systems and maintaining accurate records

Ability to remain calm and lead effectively under pressure

Flexibility to work both dayandnight shifts, including weekends

Sandstone employees enjoy a range of benefits:

Free uniform. Free Meals*. Free DBS.

Discounts on the high street- with retailers like Asda, Costa and Argos
Refer-a-Friend - and get a 250 bonus

Flexible pay- choose when you are paid, and get money management tips too
Free wellbeing programme - helping you look after your physical and mental health

Employee recognition scheme - we recognise and reward great work

Pension scheme - helping you plan for your retirement

In-house training - on-going face-to-face training, tailored to you

Career opportunities - The chance to 'make your mark' and play a key role



Overtime is paid for working over full time hours. However, overtime enhancement will not feature on your contract of employment and can be withdrawn at any time as managers decision is final.Free meals are given if working over an 8 hour shift and are subject to terms and conditions. Discounts are accessed using our 'Reward Me' app. Flexible pay is available via 'STREAM'.

Sandstone Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We embrace diversity within each service, as we think it is important that the Social Care Workforce represents the people it serves. We welcome applications from people from backgrounds including disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, LGBTQ+ as well as non-binary candidates, and those with experience of mental health.