Senior Care Assistant
4 days ago
Chorley
Pay: Up to £15.00 per hour Contract: Permanent & Temporary Opportunities Shift Pattern Week 1 • Monday, Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday – 8:00am–8:00pm or 8:00pm–8:00am Week 2 • Wednesday, Thursday & Friday – 8:00am–8:00pm or 8:00pm–8:00am This fixed two-week rolling rota offers consistency and supports a healthy work-life balance, with every other weekend worked. About the Service We are recruiting experienced Senior Care Assistants for a purpose-built residential and dementia care home supporting up to 67 residents aged 65 and over. Care is provided for individuals living with dementia, sensory impairments, Parkinson’s disease, stroke-related conditions, palliative care needs, and those requiring respite or long-term residential support. Key Responsibilities • Lead and support the care team during shifts., • Deliver high-quality personal care and promote resident independence., • Administer or oversee medication in line with company procedures., • Support mobility, transfers, and safe moving and handling practices., • Monitor resident wellbeing and escalate concerns appropriately., • Maintain accurate care records, risk assessments, and documentation., • Support residents living with dementia and respond effectively to changing needs., • Liaise with residents, families, and healthcare professionals., • Mentor and support Care Assistants within the team., • Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and CQC standards. Essential Requirements • Previous experience within residential, nursing, or dementia care., • Senior Care Assistant experience or proven leadership skills within care., • Medication administration experience preferred., • Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills., • Person-centred, compassionate, and professional approach., • Good understanding of safeguarding, care planning, and professional boundaries., • Full right to work in the UK. Benefits • Flexible shift patterns., • Weekly pay., • Ongoing training and development., • Supportive management team., • Career progression opportunities., • Rewarding role making a genuine difference to residents’ lives. Compliance • Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references required., • No sponsorship available., • Applicants must have full right to work in the United Kingdom., • Work Location: In person