Job Description

13.90 per hour (28,912 a year based on a 40hr working week)

We are currently seeking to recruit a caring, committed and reliable Senior Carer to join our friendly team at Clann House, part-time.

Westheath Care Homes (Staffing) Ltd provides care staff to five care homes owned and operated by a private company, which are located in Bodmin, Lanivet, Lewannick (Nr Launceston) and the Bude area.

All of which have obtained and maintained a 'Good' CQC rating.

We provide high standards of person-centred care to a wide range of elderly and disabled people from St Austell on the South coast to Bude on the North coast, with a dedicated team of Care Assistants and a strong team of experienced Managers who have a high number of years working in care.

At Westheath Care Homes (Staffing) Ltd, you'll be a truly valued and respected member of the team.

You will receive competitive rates of pay, comprehensive training and ongoing continued professional development, where you will be able to maintain and develop your skill set with support from the management team.
Job description

Following an interview and satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check will be carried out on you by the company before final confirmation of a job offer (this will be paid for by the company - but maybe repaid to the company should you leave within a 3 month period), you will be enrolled into our induction programme this will be followed by shadow shifts, enabling you to become confident in your new role.

Main objectives: to assist and support the Manager in ensuring the Red Gables meets the highest standards of care in accordance with the Care Quality Commission's 'Essential Standards of Quality and Safety' and in accordance with Red Gables' Policies and Procedures.

Principle Duties

To participate in the working rotas, including weekends, evenings and bank holidays as necessary.

To assist in the formulation of care plans for new and established service users.

To assist when authorised by the person in charge with the administration an issue of medication for which the business has taken responsibility and to maintain the necessary records.

To participate in the emotional and physical care of service users to provide as far as possible, a happy, stimulating, stable and safe environment.

To care and support the service users' holistic, personal and mobility care needs in accordance with their individual care plans.

To carry out duties as required in accordance with current, relevant legislation, in a competent and professional manner.

To ensure that all staff contribute to the best of their ability to the efficient running of the business.

Key Requirements

Qualifications -

NVQ level 3 Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) or working towards completion in 6 months.

Work experience

- A minimum of 2 years' experience in a care setting, caring for the elderly.

Skills -

Proficient verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Well organised

Planning

Knowledge of the administration of Medication

Knowledge of lifting techniques
Special Aptitudes
Ability to work without supervision

Practical approach

Aptitude towards learning and personal development

Team worker

Commitment to providing a quality service

Responsive to individual needs

Personal Qualities and Attributes

Common sense

Tolerance

Understanding

Caring

Sympathetic

Sense of humour
Other requirements
Able to work at short notice when required

Good health record

The hours of work are negotiable by agreement with management.

In return, you can expect competitive rates of pay, a minimum number of contracted hours per week and also an equivalent to 6 weeks of annual leave per employment year (this will be your weekly contracted hours x 6)

Company Pension

Bupa Employees Assistance Programme

Weekly pay

Blue Light Card eligibility for thousands of online and high street discounts

A full job description is available on request.

For more details or an informal chat on this role, please call Lisa (manager) on 01208 831305

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 13.90 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 16 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Work Location: In person