Senior Care Assistant (Days) | Permanent, Part Time (30.5 hours per week) | Thornton Cleveleys

Job Description

Salary £26,016 - £26,847 (pro rata) | Permanent, Part Time (30.5 hours per week) | Thornton Cleveleys

About the role...

Make a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. We're looking for caring, compassionate people with the right values, attitude and behaviours to join our team at Thornton House Residential Home supporting older people to live their life their way.

At the heart of our Older People Service is a commitment to promoting dignity, independence and respect. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality residential care and support that enables older people, including those living with dementia, to live fulfilling lives in a safe and welcoming environment.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will need to hold an NVQ level 2 or equivalent in health and social care and be willing to complete level 3. In addition, you will have experience leading, coaching and motivating a team to deliver high quality care. You will play a vital role in providing person-centred care and support to older people who require long-term residential care.

Rota details:

30.5 hours per week

• Four week rolling rota, alternative weekends

Job Description and Person Specification

If you want to know more about the role and shifts available, please contact Alexandra Smith 01253 825845 for an informal discussion.

About the Service

Our committed team provides care and support to more than 1,000 adults across Lancashire. We operate 16 Care Homes and 13 Day Centres, supporting older people, adults living with dementia and their families.

Our vision is:

"To be the best quality service, safely supporting older people with kindness, dignity, care and compassion to live their life their way."

Please ensure you complete the experience and education sections in the application to evidence how you meet the criteria for this role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.

Additional Information

International Sponsorship

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

DBS

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.