Venrec are pleased to be recruiting on behalf of our client for a Senior Carer to join their friendly Residential Care Home in Maidstone
A successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:
- Level 3 Diploma/NVQ in Health and Social Care or equivalent
- Experience administering medication
- Experience caring for individuals in a health care setting, including completing personal care and understanding dementia and mental health needs
- Experience leading and managing a team
- A kind, compassionate and patient nature
- Understanding CQC national minimum standards and key care principles
The role entails:
- Leading a team of care workers to ensure that the best possible care is provided
- Administering medication to residents and passing 3 monthly medication assessments
- Providing personal care to residents
- Making accurate notes on any: incidents, accidents and any safeguarding issues, and ensuring that the management team are always informed.
- Assisting any visitors including: Doctors, district nurses etc.
- Respecting the dignity of the residents
- Dealing with doctors and relaying information back to the resident and the residents family.
- Supervising your team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and supportive home where there is the opportunity to develop and progress.