Salary
£12.50 per hour
Hours
24.5 hours per week
Location
Withernsea
Blossom into a new career with The HICA Group and apply to be a Senior Care Support Worker today!
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Care Support Worker to join our team at Tamarix Lodge in Withernsea.
The company is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
Pay & Hours:
- Rate of Pay – £12.50 per hour
- Hours of work – 24. 5 hrs per week on days
- Shift Pattern – Working to a rota covering 7 days per week (One in three weekends)
- £500 welcome bonus (£250 to be paid at 2 milestones)
The Role:
You will oversee the care team and ensure the safe delivery of care, support and medication with all standards met during your shift. You will be fully supported by both the Deputy and Residential Manager. Main responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Lead and support the care team, ensuring the safe and effective delivery of care, support, and medication during your shift.
- Provide coaching and mentorship to both new and existing staff members.
- Review and update care plans as needed.
- Handle the preparation, administration, storage, recording, and ordering of medication.
- Assist residents with personal care tasks, including washing, dressing, and oral hygiene.
- Foster and maintain professional relationships with residents’ families.
- Report any safeguarding concerns promptly.
- Encourage and promote the independence of residents to enhance their quality of life.
About You:
- Have an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Care however this is not essential as our Team Leader Development Programme will support those wanting to take the next step in their career
- Be confident in supervising others and be able to manage/prioritise workloads
- Be able to work as part of a team
- Have a positive attitude.
Rewards & Benefits:
- Paid breaks
- On-the-spot voucher recognition scheme £000s awarded every month
- Techsave loans scheme opened twice a year
- In-house lottery with £0000s to be won every month
- £500 rewards for every friend or family referral
- Cycle to Work scheme and other salary sacrifice benefits
- Retail, supermarket, holiday, entertainment & cinema discounts
- Discounted local & national gym memberships, plus FREE on-demand workouts and classes available to stream in your living room
- Access to low cost saving plans and loans
- Hospital and Death Benefit plans at discounted prices
- Employee assistance programme & access to free counselling
- Free parking
- Access to funded qualifications and internal career progression
About us:
Located in the charming seaside town of Withernsea, Tamarix Lodge is a 35-bed care home, with 29 beds situated on the ground floor. We primarily provide physical care and support to older adults and individuals living with dementia. Our facility is conveniently close to local amenities, with the beach and shops within easy walking distance.
The HICA Group is a ‘Not for Profit’ organization dedicated to offering a variety of care services to elderly clients and individuals with learning difficulties. Our services span across care homes, residential settings, and community-based care.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.