Title: Senior Care Assistant - residential settings Location: Gloucester Salary: from £14 per hourFull-time, part-time, and bank hours availableDay and night shifts available We are currently recruiting Senior Care Assistants to work within specialist residential care homes in Gloucester for ongoing shifts.
You will be working alongside a team of experienced and dedicated staff who specialise in the care of elderly residents with dementia.As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll play a vital role in providing high-quality care to our residents.
Your responsibilities will include:Overseeing and assisting with daily living activities, including personal care, medication administration, and meal preparationTaking handover of residents and tasks from the previous shiftAllocating staff to residents based on their needs and skillsAdministering medications accurately and safelyLeading and mentoring staff membersLiaising with any healthcare professionals on the day, such as doctors and nursesManaging any emergencies that arise on the day and handing over to appropriate emergency services if requiredChecking that all staff are on track with care interventions, fluid charts, and other tasksGiving handover to the next shiftAbout You: To be successful in this role, you'll need:Relevant qualifications and training or willingness to obtain themMinimum of 6 months experience in a care home setting, preferably as a Senior Care AssistantExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsA compassionate and empathetic approach to careStrong organizational and time management abilitiesWe Offer: Flexible hoursFree training (classroom based and endorsed by Skills For Care)24-hour support advice and guidanceEmployee assistance programFREE uniform, DBS Rebate ReimbursementEnhanced Bank Holiday and weekend payAccess to blue light cardAccess to The Lifestyle discount cardRecommend a friend bonus of up to £250 per introduction Retain Healthcare Ltd and Retain Skills (South West) Ltd are an equal opportunities employer, offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS Check.''