Senior Care Assistant

Connected Health Ltd; Armagh; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare company in Northern Ireland is looking for a Senior Care Assistant. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care, ensure client well-being, and participate in staff training. Competitive pay rates and a sign-on bonus are offered, along with opportunities for professional development in the homecare sector.

Benefits

Hourly rate of £13.50

Enhanced weekend rate £14.50

Sign-On Bonus of £300

Employee Recognition Awards

Career progression opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellbeing package

Qualifications

• Must have good communication skills in English.
• Driver with appropriate insurance needed.
• Experience in care setting essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to clients.
• Monitor service delivery and staff.
• Participate in training and induction of new staff.

Skills

Good standard of English – spoken and written

Driver’s licence with access to own car

6 months experience in a formal care setting

Education

NVQ level 2 in care or equivalent

Job description

We’re looking for a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to join our team throughout the Southern Trust. As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in providing high‑quality care and support to our service users, ensuring their well‑being and comfort. With your healthcare experience and commitment to excellence, you’ll make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. We’re proud to offer accredited development opportunities to help you further your career in homecare. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills or advance into leadership roles, we’ll provide the support and training you need to succeed.

Why choose us?

• Hourly rate (Mon‑Fri): £13.50
• Enhanced weekend rate (Sat & Sun): £14.50
• Sign‑On Bonus: Receive a £300 bonus
• Employee Recognition: Awards – Employee of the Month, Quarter, Year
• Refer a Friend: Earn £200 for successful referrals
• Career progression & education opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wellbeing package
• Local business benefits

Qualifications & Experience

• Good standard of English – spoken and written
• Driver’s licence – must be a driver with access to your own car and appropriate insurance for vehicle business purposes
• 6 months experience in a formal care setting

Desirable Criteria

• NVQ level 2 in care or equivalent
• NISCC registered or willing to undertake if successful

Key Responsibilities

• Show empathy, understanding and a caring attitude
• Provide a high‑quality standard of care to our company clients
• Responsible for click‑over of care runs
• Monitor calls
• Participate in on‑call phone work during weekends as required and cover in absence of Area Manager
• Shadow and participate in the 12‑week induction of all new staff for designated area, ensuring all documentation is completed and submitted to the Area Manager on time
• Effectively report any staff or client concerns, grievances and complaints to the Area Manager
• Ensure that all Care Staff have a supply of protective items (aprons and gloves) as required
• Co‑responsible with the Area Manager for the review and maintenance of client care folders on a monthly basis, ensuring all details are up‑to‑date and of a high standard
• Carry out client risk assessments and report promptly to the Area Manager
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Company Handbook
• Comply with policies and procedures contained in Connected Health Policies and Procedures Manuals including the Connected Health Company Handbook
• Participate in emergency cover as required
• Participate in training and further development as required
• Perform any other duties applicable to the post as requested by Management

Additional Duties

• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required*

About Connected Health

At Connected Health, we don’t just offer a job – we offer careers that are at the forefront of transforming the way homecare is delivered across Northern Ireland and Ireland. We recognise that the individuals we employ are pivotal to driving this transformation within the sector. That’s why, at Connected Health, our mission is unwavering: to continually attract, recruit, and develop the finest homecare team.

Equal Opportunity

Connected Health is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, good relations, respect for diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the delivery of its services to clients. We welcome applications for all job roles from members of all communities.

Candidates who are successful at interview will be subject to background checks including, but not limited to, satisfactory references and an enhanced police check.

Recruitment of Ex‑offenders policy: https://connected-health.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Recruitment-of-Ex-offenders-policy.pdf