Senior Care Assistant

Belmont Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Senior Care and Support Assistant to work with our client based in the Lowestoft area on a temporary basis. This is a full-time role working 36 hours per week, including alternative weekend cover. Shift patterns will vary from week to week, with shifts of either 7am–4pm or 4pm–10pm.

The Role:

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to clients with very complex needs.
• Support clients to maximise their independence and maintain integration within the wider community.
• Assist clients with personal hygiene, dietary needs and medication.
• Support clients to access social and leisure activities and liaise with external agencies where required.
• Provide advocacy and support to clients and their families when appropriate.
• Promote safeguarding principles and ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients.
• Undertake risk assessments and promote safe working practices.
• Support team performance, coordinate shift cover and assist with staff training and development.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and address any shortfalls in service delivery.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of specialist services based on best practice.

Requirements:

• Recent experience in a similar senior care or support role.
• Experience of working with clients with complex needs.
• Experience of supporting staff and/or coordinating shift cover.
• Experience of delivering training is desirable.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
• Medication training
• Manual Handling training
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Understanding of relevant legislation and best practice.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and communicate relevant information clearly.

If you are interested in this role, please apply with your up-to-date CV