Senior Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 14 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.00 to £15.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 May 2024 |
| Location: | Chesham, HP5 2SH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Portobello Place, Berkley Care Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Live Well Today, Thrive Tomorrow as a Senior Care Assistant with Berkley Care
Do you love working in care or caring for others but feel there is something missing? Do you want to take the next step as a Senior Care Assistant and work in an environment where everyone is listened to and valued?
If you answered yes to the above, then taking the next step in your career as a carer with Berkley Care Group could be the right move for you.
A Top Employer 2024
Berkley Care is the only UK care company to be recognised in this year’s Top Employer Awards for going above and beyond when it comes to employee well-being and development. This award is given in recognition of the group’s commitment to creating a nurturing, inclusive and supportive work environment, where the culture is warm and encouraging.
What we are looking for:
- Someone who is committed to caring
- An individual who is passionate about making a difference for others
- A relevant qualification in health and social care
- At least 2 years’ experience in a care assistant role
- The ability to lead, motivate, develop and delegate to others and be part of a supportive team
- A kind, caring and compassionate nature with a sense of fun
- The ability to communicate with a wide range of people, including residents, the home team and family members
Do you have experience of the following?:
- Providing those in your care with the highest possible standards of individualised care and support
- Supervision of a team whilst on shift to oversee and maintain the care of residents
- Ongoing coaching and regular 1-2-1s with team members
- Carrying out inductions for those new to the team, to promote the sharing of knowledge, best practice and skills to ensure they have the best possible start
- Promoting a caring and friendly environment where the philosophy of person-centred care is at the heart of everything you do, including the empowerment of residents to fully participate in all decisions relating to them
- Promoting activities for residents that are fun, inclusive, stimulating and relevant
- Administering prescribed medicines and maintaining associated records
- Ensuring accurate and detailed care plans are kept up to date and are person-centred
- Carrying out basic domestic duties and assisting in the preparation of light meals and refreshments for those in your care
- Planning rotas and attending team meetings
- Being a role model for the home team
What can you expect from us
- Above minimum wage and enhanced bank holiday pay
- Paid breaks, free meals and drinks whilst at work and a free uniform
- Equal pay for young workers who are paid the same as those aged 25+
- Monetary rewards for long service and referring family and friends
- A luxury working environment
- Excellent learning, development and training opportunities
- Access to a raft of benefits and discounts in hundreds of online and high street locations and an Employee Assistance Programme, including a Digital GP service
- Regular communications via our newsletter and podcasts so that you’ll always know what’s going on
Overview of the home and our recruitment process
Enjoying a beautiful location in Chartridge, just outside Chesham in Buckinghamshire and right in the heart of the Chilterns, Portobello Place is one of Berkley Care’s newest homes. Providing luxury living with a focus on wellness and fun, it is a purpose-built home specialising in residential, dementia and respite care. There is also free on-site and road parking.
So, if you want a rewarding carer role where you’ll be valued for the person you are and where you’ll be appreciated and respected for what you can bring to the role, apply today.
There is one face-to-face in-person interview with a senior member of the care team. We can even send you the interview questions before your interview, giving you the best chance to prepare.
Equality, Diversion and Inclusion (EDI)
At Berkley Care Group, we are committed to providing EDI at all levels in our company. We recognise that employing people who have diverse talents, experiences and perspectives not only contributes to our success but also allows us to have a more exciting, innovative and creative workforce. Therefore, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that respects and values all individuals, including those who are Neurodiverse.
Do you love working in care or caring for others but feel there is something missing? Do you want to take the next step as a Senior Care Assistant and work in an environment where everyone is listened to and valued?
If you answered yes to the above, then taking the next step in your career as a carer with Berkley Care Group could be the right move for you.
A Top Employer 2024
Berkley Care is the only UK care company to be recognised in this year’s Top Employer Awards for going above and beyond when it comes to employee well-being and development. This award is given in recognition of the group’s commitment to creating a nurturing, inclusive and supportive work environment, where the culture is warm and encouraging.
What we are looking for:
- Someone who is committed to caring
- An individual who is passionate about making a difference for others
- A relevant qualification in health and social care
- At least 2 years’ experience in a care assistant role
- The ability to lead, motivate, develop and delegate to others and be part of a supportive team
- A kind, caring and compassionate nature with a sense of fun
- The ability to communicate with a wide range of people, including residents, the home team and family members
Do you have experience of the following?:
- Providing those in your care with the highest possible standards of individualised care and support
- Supervision of a team whilst on shift to oversee and maintain the care of residents
- Ongoing coaching and regular 1-2-1s with team members
- Carrying out inductions for those new to the team, to promote the sharing of knowledge, best practice and skills to ensure they have the best possible start
- Promoting a caring and friendly environment where the philosophy of person-centred care is at the heart of everything you do, including the empowerment of residents to fully participate in all decisions relating to them
- Promoting activities for residents that are fun, inclusive, stimulating and relevant
- Administering prescribed medicines and maintaining associated records
- Ensuring accurate and detailed care plans are kept up to date and are person-centred
- Carrying out basic domestic duties and assisting in the preparation of light meals and refreshments for those in your care
- Planning rotas and attending team meetings
- Being a role model for the home team
What can you expect from us
- Above minimum wage and enhanced bank holiday pay
- Paid breaks, free meals and drinks whilst at work and a free uniform
- Equal pay for young workers who are paid the same as those aged 25+
- Monetary rewards for long service and referring family and friends
- A luxury working environment
- Excellent learning, development and training opportunities
- Access to a raft of benefits and discounts in hundreds of online and high street locations and an Employee Assistance Programme, including a Digital GP service
- Regular communications via our newsletter and podcasts so that you’ll always know what’s going on
Overview of the home and our recruitment process
Enjoying a beautiful location in Chartridge, just outside Chesham in Buckinghamshire and right in the heart of the Chilterns, Portobello Place is one of Berkley Care’s newest homes. Providing luxury living with a focus on wellness and fun, it is a purpose-built home specialising in residential, dementia and respite care. There is also free on-site and road parking.
So, if you want a rewarding carer role where you’ll be valued for the person you are and where you’ll be appreciated and respected for what you can bring to the role, apply today.
There is one face-to-face in-person interview with a senior member of the care team. We can even send you the interview questions before your interview, giving you the best chance to prepare.
Equality, Diversion and Inclusion (EDI)
At Berkley Care Group, we are committed to providing EDI at all levels in our company. We recognise that employing people who have diverse talents, experiences and perspectives not only contributes to our success but also allows us to have a more exciting, innovative and creative workforce. Therefore, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that respects and values all individuals, including those who are Neurodiverse.