The care sector is such a rich and rewarding place to work and we aim to make a meaningful difference in our care homes. We are always look for the kindest and most resilient people to come and support our residents – no two days will be the same and you will receive the learning and development you need to thrive. We are looking for enthusiastic, committed, flexible staff whose focus is on providing the highest quality service at all times. Is that you?
Currently we are looking for a night Senior Healthcare Assistant to join our team at our home in Wigmore, Gillingham, Kent. This position is offered for 3 x 12 hour shifts per week with alternate weekend working (33 hour paid contract). Please note all breaks are unpaid.
Unfortunately we do not offer sponsorship at this present time.
In your role as Senior Healthcare Assistant at Hawthorn Manor Residential Home you will value one thing above all - Kindness. Every single person who works here understands that our Residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. By joining us you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.
About You
As a Senior Healthcare Assistant you will be planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. You will get to know our residents and their families – helping to ensure we deliver truly personalised care plans.
Leading a team of Care Assistants, you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of care and you’ll be a real influence on the rest of the team. Whether you are showing someone how to use a walking frame, helping someone at the end of their life to eat a meal or talking to a resident’s family on the phone, you will do so with a sense of kindness, above anything else.
Assisting the Manager, you will be involved in providing essential physical and mental stimulation through a range of social and recreational activities. You will have previous experience in administering medication, medication orders and returns of medication.
One of your key responsibilities as Senior Care Assistant is to maintain accurate records of the job you do and build strong relationships with the rest of your team.
Ideally, you’ll have an S/NVQ 2 or 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, a background in person centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia. What’s essential, though, is your brilliant positive energy and natural ability to get along with people. You will know what good record keeping looks like and be able to manage your time effectively. And, whenever you communicate with a resident or co-worker, you’ll be truly considerate and kind. In return, we will support you with achieving qualifications.
We are passionate about ensuring that our current and future Colleagues can be their true selves, and that our workforce represents the communities we serve. We prioritise inclusive working practices and invite applicants from all backgrounds into our RCB Healthcare family and we are committed to providing the quickest possible turnaround from the point of making you a job offer to you starting with us on day one.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.70 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Gillingham ME8 0HX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you able to fulfil working 3 x 12 hour shifts per week ?
Language:
- English (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
