Merco Recruitment

Senior Care Assistant - Nights

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Greylees, United Kingdom

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Care Assistant - Nights Salary: £14.54ph plus incentives Hours: Full-time, 7pm-7am (including alternate weekends) Location: Sleaford, Lincolnshire Are you looking for an environment where you can thrive? Are you passionate about finding an employer where great work is both recognized and rewarded? Do you want to make a difference in the care sector? What we offer: • Salary: Top quartile market salaries • Pay Rises: Annual performance-related pay increases of up to 8%, in addition to any cost-of-living increase • Holiday: 28 days, including bank holidays • Pension Scheme • Training: Fully funded relevant qualifications to help you progress, with a financial bonus of up to £500 • Referral Incentive: Earn up to £1,000 for referring a suitable team member • Meals: Low-cost meals at just £1 per course while on shift • Short Notice Shift Incentives • Employee Assistance Programme: Access to free 24/7 counselling and wellbeing advice • DBS Check: We cover the cost • Uniform: We provide uniforms (subject to fair use policy) Competencies for Senior Care Assistant: • Ability to work under pressure • Leadership skills • Excellent people skills • A caring and nurturing attitude • Positive and enthusiastic outlook • Good time management skills • Strong communication skills, both written and oral • Willingness to take on additional training Day-to-Day Responsibilities: • Provide the highest level of care in supporting residents with daily living activities • Promote independence with a focus on choice, dignity, and respect, while enhancing physical and emotional wellbeing • Lead your shift, ensuring high standards are maintained and your team feels supported • Complete medication rounds and ensure documentation is accurate and error-free • Promote good practice in care, challenge poor practice, and address concerns as directed • Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with team members and investigate complaints Essential Requirements: • Relevant professional qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) • Minimum of two years’ experience as a Care Assistant • Awareness of Person-Centred Care Planning principles • Knowledge of safeguarding vulnerable adults and procedures to follow in the event of allegations • Live within 30 minutes of the workplace Preferred Requirements: • Two years’ experience in a similar role in a nursing/residential care setting • Experience caring for residents with dementia • NVQ Level 4 in Adult Health and Social Care or higher • Knowledge of the National Care Standards Act 2000 • Experience managing a team To apply, please send your CV to (url removed). Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position

Location: Greylees, GB

Posted Date: 2/26/2025
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February 26, 2025
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