We are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our Dovecote Lodge Care Team.

WHY WAKEFIELD COUNCIL?

• We are a leading Council for best practice and an employer of choice for individuals seeking a rewarding role and career.
• We offer a flexible working pattern of 30 hours per week.
• Competitive holiday entitlement
• Support and access to high-quality training offers to help progress your career to the next level.
• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and we recognise that resilient Team need a good work/life balance as well as supportive leadership and support in the workplace.
• Access to a range of employee support products.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
• The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program with a dedicated personal trainer, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• NVQ 2 in Social Care/ NVQ 3 in Social Care or working towards.
• An understanding of Safe manual handling techniques.
• Knowledge of Safeguarding Adults.
• A minimum of two years&© experience of working with older adults and an understanding of their differing complex care needs.
  Want to Know More?
  If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Kirsty Henry.
  Tel: 01924 302935
  E-mail: kirstyhenry@wakefield.gov.uk
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  Safeguarding
  Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.
  DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)
  The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.
  Fluency Duty
  This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. The post-holder is required to demonstrate an appropriate level of fluency under the duty as detailed within the job specification for the post.
  Probation
  In line with the Council’s Probation Procedure, certain positions may be subject to a six-month probationary period. This requirement does not apply to internal vacancies.
  Diversity
  Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.
  About Wakefield Council
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  Happy to talk Flexible working
  Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
  Pay: £22,468.38-£24,777.57 per year
  Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

• Sick pay

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details