Senior Care Assistant — Lead Care & Team Training

Prestwick Care Group; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-run care company in Chester is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to join their team. This role offers full-time or part-time positions, focusing on providing exceptional care and support to residents. The successful candidate will supervise staff, develop care plans, and assist with daily living activities. Ideal candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, relevant healthcare certifications, and a compassionate demeanor. The position also includes full training and benefits like employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Full training package

Employee assistance programme

Employee discount card for leisure sites

Qualifications

• Experience in the care home industry is required.
• Strong communication skills for patient interaction.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Compassionate and willing to assist others.
• Knowledge of care planning procedures.
• Relevant health care qualifications are essential.
• Proficiency in English is necessary.
• Availability to work various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care and support to residents.
• Supervise and train junior staff members.
• Develop personalized care plans for residents.
• Assist with daily living activities for residents.
• Monitor and report residents’ health progress.
• Communicate effectively with residents and healthcare teams.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss resident care strategies.

Skills

Proven experience as a caregiver

Strong interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Compassionate demeanor

Knowledge of care planning

Relevant health care certification

English proficiency

Flexibility to work shifts

Job description

A family-run care company in Chester is seeking a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to join their team. This role offers full-time or part-time positions, focusing on providing exceptional care and support to residents. The successful candidate will supervise staff, develop care plans, and assist with daily living activities. Ideal candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, relevant healthcare certifications, and a compassionate demeanor. The position also includes full training and benefits like employee assistance programs.