Job Description

Job Overview:
Oak Lodge Residential Home is seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our dedicated team. As a 17-bed home catering to dementia and respite residents, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support to our residents.

Duties:
- Supervise and support care staff in delivering high-quality care services.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
- Provide senior care assistance including personal care, medication administration, and emotional support.
- Demonstrate leadership skills by guiding and mentoring junior staff members.
- Maintain a safe and welcoming environment within the care home.
- Effectively communicate with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Drive initiatives to enhance resident well-being and quality of life.
- Utilize IT systems for documentation and reporting purposes.

Experience:
- Proven experience in senior care or a similar role within a care home setting.
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong leadership skills with the capacity to supervise and motivate staff members.
- Proficiency in developing and implementing care plans tailored to individual resident needs.
- Experience in utilizing IT systems for record-keeping and reporting purposes.

Requirements:

- dbs on update service preferable

- level 3 health and social care or willing to work towards

- availability for afternoon shifts ad weekends a must

If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for senior care, possess the required skills, and thrive in a supportive team environment, we encourage you to apply. Join Oak Lodge Residential Home in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 10.00-12.50 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 12 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Experience:

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

Driving Licence (preferred) NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (required)
Work Location: In person