JOB TITLE: SENIOR CARE ASSISTANT - NIGHTS

Salary*: £14.45ph - Plus Incentives
Hours: Full Time 3-4 shifts per week - 7.30pm-7.45am (to include alternate weekends)
Location: Brigg DN20 8DL

Employer: Orchard Court Care Home, owned by Jasmine Healthcare

• Do you want to make a difference in the care sector?
• Do you want to work for a Mission & Values led organisation?
• Do you want to work somewhere you can thrive and meet your potential?
• Do you want to work where you are recognised and rewarded?

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SENIOR CARE ASSISTANT:

• Relevant Professional qualification (e.g., Registered Nurse or NVQ minimum level 3).
• Minimum of two years’ experience as a Care Assistant in residential / nursing home setting.
• Awareness of the principles of Person-Centred Care Planning.
• To ensure knowledge is gained to demonstrate a good understanding of the prevention of abuse of vulnerable adults, recognition of the signs of abuse and procedures to follow in the event of an allegation of abuse.
• Live within 30 minutes of the Home.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS FOR SENIOR CARE ASSISTANT:

• Two years’ experience in a similar role in a nursing home.
• At least One years’ experience working in a similar role in a residential or nursing home; or
• At least Two years’ experience in a Senior Care role in a residential or nursing home
• One year experience of caring for residents living with dementia
• NVQ Level 4 in Adult Health and Social Care or above
• Knowledge of National Care Standards Act 2000
• Conducting effective person centred One to Ones
• Experience of managing a team

DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR SENIOR CARE ASSISTANT:

• As a Senior Care Assistant, you will provide the highest possible levels of care in supporting and assisting our residents in all aspects of daily living.
• You will also be responsible for promoting our resident’s independence with a focus on choice, dignity and respect, alongside promoting their physical and emotional wellbeing and to give input during shift handovers.
• In this role you will be responsible for leading your shift to ensure high standards are maintained, and other members of the team feel supported.
• You will complete the daily medication rounds and document consistently without errors or any issues being picked up on the medication audits, as well as ensuring the daily charts are completed to a high standard by all team members on all shifts you will be responsible for leading.
• To will promote good practice in all aspects of care, and challenge poor practise from other team member. ensure one to ones for all care and support team members are done every two months and investigate complaints and concerns as directed by the Home Manager.

In line with its Mission, Jasmine tries to do everything possible to “prioritise our people”, as we believe that the happiness of our residents is dependent on the engagement and wellbeing of our team. Consequently Jasmine offers the following to those that perform this valuable role:

• Salary - We pay top quartile market salaries
• Pay Rises - Annual Performance related pay increases of up to 8% in addition to any cost of living increase
• Holiday - 28 Days including Bank Holidays
• Pension - We encourage everyone to sign-up for our NEST Pension Scheme, which we contribute 3% of salary to
• Bonusly Points - These are exchangeable for various vouchers or cash (with all tax paid by Jasmine) via PayPal, and are earned by obtaining recognition from your colleagues, good mandatory training, good attendance, and various other ways you contribute positively to the team and our residents’ lives
• Training - All relevant qualifications are fully funded to help you progress, and we will reward you with a financial bonus of up to £500
• Refer a friend incentive - Up to £1,000 for referring a suitable team member
• Meals - Enjoy low-cost meals at just £1 per course while on shift - the curry is a must-try!
• Short Notice shift incentives
• Employee Assistance Programme - Access to free counselling and valuable well-being advice 24/7
• DBS check - We pay for this
• Uniform - We provide as many uniforms as you require (subject to fair use policy