Job Description

Cheybassa Lodge is a small residential/dementia home located in Hayling Island. We are currently looking for a reliable, compassionate Senior Care Assistant.

Your duties and responsibilities:

Lead care home shifts and provide direction to carers in line with CQC regulations Demonstrate good knowledge and understanding of CQC essential standards and all legislation relevant to a care home Manage residents' activities Monitor and ensure resident Activities are being performed daily by carers as per the agenda Actively encourage the social welfare and well-being of residents, contribute to the development of new ideas in residential care Facilitate a structured, safe, harmonious and caring environment in the home that fosters the physical and emotional well-being of the residents and staff; the emphasis should be placed on team building and individual growth and respect for all. Make a difference in the lives of older people ensuring that residents are encouraged and supported to maintain independence and choice in a homely way Be courteous and respectful and all times to residents and relatives and retain the confidentiality of residents and their families at all times. Be responsible for daily medication administration and maintenance process when DM is absent Complete stock checks and daily medication audits Support with weekly and monthly audits Monitor and log the medication fridge temperature daily Liaise with pharmacy and GPs regarding any medication issues. Ensure complete accuracy and safeguarding in the medication administration and process. Report any issues, errors, or omissions directly to RM Sign in medication when RM are absent On Call duties

Person Specification

The successful applicant will have or will be willing to work towards NVQ level 3 Supervisory experience is preferred but not essential Medication Administration experience Ability to organise and prioritise workload, delegate tasks and work under pressure.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.21-13.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Experience:

supervisory: 1 year (preferred) providing care: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person