Senior Care Assistant Herne Bay, Kent AV2101
Location: Herne Bay, Kent
Hours: Full Time Days
Salary: £30,201.60 per annum
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Care Assistant to join our client's welcoming residential care home, based in a pleasant coastal location in Herne Bay, Kent. The home specialises in providing residential care and support for older people living with dementia, offering a warm, friendly and homely environment.
Our client is committed to providing high-quality, person-centred dementia care, with a strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing, dignity and individuality. The home takes pride in looking beyond a person's diagnosis to understand their life experiences, personal preferences and individual needs, ensuring every resident feels valued, respected and supported.
The home benefits from a dedicated and experienced team of care professionals who are passionate about making a genuine difference to residents' lives. There is a strong focus on building meaningful relationships, maintaining independence wherever possible and ensuring residents receive the time, attention and reassurance they need.
Residents are encouraged to enjoy an active and fulfilling lifestyle, with a varied programme of activities and opportunities for social interaction. The home's coastal setting also provides a pleasant environment for residents, relatives and visitors to enjoy.
Our client is looking for a compassionate, reliable and experienced Senior Care Assistant who has a genuine interest in dementia care and is committed to delivering outstanding standards of care.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive care environment where residents are at the heart of everything, and where staff are encouraged to contribute positively to the quality of life and wellbeing of those in their care.
The Benefits
As a Senior Care Assistant, you will receive:
- £30,201.60 per annum.
- Full-time hours.
- Day shifts only.
- Opportunity to work within a specialist dementia care environment.
- A friendly and supportive working atmosphere.
- A varied and rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to residents' lives.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- The opportunity to support, guide and develop other members of the care team.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Care Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care in accordance with individual care plans.
- Assisting residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, bathing and toileting.
- Supporting residents with mobility, moving and handling, continence care and the use of mobility aids.
- Providing sensitive and compassionate support to residents living with different forms of dementia.
- Promoting residents' dignity, privacy, independence and personal choices at all times.
- Developing positive relationships with residents and taking time to understand their individual personalities, preferences and life histories.
- Monitoring residents' health and wellbeing and reporting any changes or concerns to the appropriate senior management.
- Supporting residents with their nutritional needs and maintaining appropriate hydration.
- Providing reassurance and emotional support to residents who may experience confusion, anxiety or distress.
- Encouraging residents to participate in activities and supporting their social, emotional and physical wellbeing.
- Liaising professionally with relatives, colleagues and external healthcare professionals.
- Supporting the supervision, induction and development of care staff.
- Helping to maintain accurate care records and documentation.
- Promoting a safe, clean and comfortable environment for residents, visitors and colleagues.
- Responding to call bells and assisting with the smooth day-to-day running of the home.
About You
Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Senior Care Assistant who has a genuine passion for caring for older people, particularly those living with dementia.
You will ideally have:
- An NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) essential.
- Previous experience working within a residential care home, nursing home or similar care environment.
- Previous experience supporting individuals living with dementia.
- Experience in a senior care role, with the ability to support and guide other members of the care team.
- A good understanding of person-centred care and individual care planning.
- Knowledge of dementia care and the challenges individuals may experience.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to organise and prioritise workloads effectively.
- A compassionate, patient and understanding approach.
- The confidence to recognise and report changes in residents' health and wellbeing.
- The ability to work effectively under pressure and respond to changing priorities.
- A flexible and positive attitude towards work.
- A genuine commitment to maintaining residents' dignity, independence and quality of life.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Care Assistant to join a friendly and supportive specialist dementia care setting in Herne Bay, Kent.
If you are a caring, reliable and motivated Senior Care Assistant looking for your next career opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this opportunity.
