Senior Care Assistant

Description

Senior Care Practitioner

ASA are looking to appoint Senior Care assistants in Perth to work in care homes for a well-established client.

About You:

You should have an SVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Senior Care Assistant. We’ll also need to see that you have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We’re looking for people who are warm-hearted, compassionate and committed to giving each resident individualised care and support

Role Purpose:

· To plan, implement and supervise the provision of quality care, in conjunction with Residents.
· To ensure Residents retain their dignity and individuality.
· To be involved in the general activities of the Care Home / Unit.
· To maintain a safe and secure environment for Residents, Staff Members and Visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

· Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting Residents, when required, with all aspects of daily living.
· 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.
· 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.
· Answer Nurse Call system, giving assistance as required. Report on well-being of Residents and liaise with GP’s and Support Managers etc.
· Carry out regular checks on Residents at intervals determined by senior Staff Members.
· Dispense medication, and ensure correct recording of all relevant information relating to medication

Benefits:

· Weekly pay starting from £12.95 per hour dependant on shift pattern
· Choose your shifts to suit your lifestyle – no rota to work with!
· Mileage paid
· Optional Pension Scheme
· Holiday accrual

If you’d like to use your motivational and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you’d expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be
Apply today with your CV, we look forward to hearing from you

ASA Recruitment is one of Scotland’s largest independent multi-sector recruitment agencies. We specialise in providing effective tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients and Candidates. We are members of the REC and are ISO certified.

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