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Job Description: Senior Care Assistant Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (38.5 hours per week, includes occasional evenings and weekends) Salary: £14.33 Sponsorship: Not currently available Join Highgate Care - Where Kindness Is Key At Highgate Care, kindness isn't just something we talk about, it's the foundation of everything we do. As a small and compassionate care group, we pride ourselves on offering truly person-centred care, where every resident is valued, supported, and able to thrive. We believe in celebrating individuality, promoting dignity and above all, living by our core value: Kindness Is Key. We're currently looking for a Senior Care Assistant to join the team at Cheadle Grange in Stockport. If you're someone who naturally brings warmth, energy and creativity wherever you go, and you love the idea of making each day meaningful for our residents, this could be the perfect role for you.
Job Responsibility
Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting Residents, when required, with all aspects of daily living
Support training and supervision of junior and new Staff Members in all aspects of their work in the Home, under the supervision of senior Staff Members
Assist Residents in all aspects of their care needs (e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual). Provide supervision and attention when needed, ensuring Residents retain their comfort and dignity
Pay particular attention to assisting Residents who have limited mobility, or physical / learning difficulties making the best use of aids provided
Closely monitor Residents who may be confused and/or who have behavioural problems
Assist in the promotion of continence
Assist in the delivery of care for Residents who are passing away or who have a progressive illness. Assist with last offices
Complete, observe & review care planning needs for Residents, and complete written daily records as instructed and in line with the Company's policies and procedures
Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with Residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Home
Answer Nurse call system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly
Report on well-being of Residents and liaise with GPs and Support Managers etc
Requirements
Warm, approachable, and brimming with positivity
Organised, reliable, and confident leading a Team
Creative, enthusiastic, and able to motivate others
Passionate about improving the lives of older people
Able to work flexibly across some evenings and weekends