Senior Care Assistant
Location: Archer Road, Sheffield
Pay: £14.37 per hour
Hours: Full-time – 40 contracted hours per week (15 office hours + 25 contracted care hours)
On-Call: 1 night per week + 1 weekend in 4, paid separately in addition to the 40-hour contract
About the Role
Serenta is looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Care Assistant to join our team in Sheffield.
This is a varied role combining hands-on care with senior responsibilities. You will support our Care Coordinators and care team to ensure our service users receive high-quality, person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence and choice.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality care and personal care to service users.
- Support and guide care staff within the team.
- Carry out staff spot checks, service user checks and medication checks.
- Support with care plans, risk assessments, reviews and assessments.
- Assist with the induction, shadowing and introduction of new care staff.
- Act as a key contact for designated service users.
- Communicate with service users, families, care staff and other professionals.
- Maintain accurate care records and documentation.
- Work closely with Care Coordinators and the Registered Manager.
- Support the team with on-call duties and provide care or emergency cover when required.
On-Call Commitment
The successful candidate will be required to participate in the on-call rota:
- 1 weekday night per week
- 1 weekend in every 4 weeks
- On-call duties are paid separately and are in addition to the 40 contracted hours.
- On-call involves supporting care staff, dealing with queries, arranging cover and providing care where required.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience in a care role, including personal care.
- Holds or is currently working towards a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
- Is confident supporting and guiding other care staff.
- Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Can work independently and use their own initiative.
- Has a positive, professional and flexible approach.
- Is confident using IT and completing accurate records.
- Understands confidentiality, safeguarding and care policies.
- Is committed to providing high-quality, person-centred care.
If you are an experienced care professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join the Serenta team.
Pay: £14.37 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Full driving licence and access to own vehicle
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
