Careers at BC&G

About the role

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will help provide a safe, comfortable and supportive environment for residents.

Main responsibilities

• Providing high-quality personal care and support to residents.
• Leading and supporting care staff during the shift.
• Ensuring residents' care needs are met, and care plans are followed.
• Updating and maintaining residents' care plans and electronic care records accurately and regularly.
• Communicating effectively with GPs, nurses, district nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Responding appropriately to changes in residents' health and wellbeing and escalating concerns when necessary.
• Completing accurate care records and daily documentation.
• Supporting medication procedures in accordance with company policies and training.
• Communicating professionally with residents, relatives and healthcare professionals.
• Using your own initiative to deal with situations that arise during the shift.
• Promoting dignity, independence, choice and respect at all times.
• Supporting the smooth running of the care home and maintaining high standards of care.

This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, and responsibilities may vary depending on the needs of the service.

What We Are Looking For

• Has previous experience working as a Senior Care Assistant/Senior Carer in a care home or similar setting.
• Holds a Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Is confident using computers and electronic care management systems.
• Has experience of updating care plans, daily notes, and electronic care records.
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Is confident communicating with medical and healthcare professionals.
• Can work independently and use their own initiative when required.
• Has good leadership and teamwork skills.
• Is reliable, caring and professional.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality, and person-centred care.
• Is committed to maintaining high standards of care and supporting residents' wellbeing.

What we offer

• Annual pay reviews
• Pension scheme
• Flexible shift patterns – subject to availability
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

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