Senior Care Assistant
- By JobCentre Online NI
- Tue 01 March 2022
- Updated on Sun 27 March 2022
Job location: Newcastle
Salary: £10.50 per hour.
Hours: 37
Worktime: To be discussed at interview.
Closing date: 25/03/2022
Employer: Presbyterian Church In Ireland
Business: Religious Organisation
Address: Assembly Buildings
Belfast
Postcode: BT1 6DW
Telephone: 028 90417239
Email: personnel@presbyterianireland.org
Website: www.presbyterianireland.org
Job Duties: As a member of the management team, under the Home Manager, to assist in the effective and efficient management of the Home on a day-to-day basis, maintaining good standards of professional practice as required by the Northern Ireland Social Care Council, while working within the Christian ethos of the Council for Social Witness. In the absence of the Home Manager (or Deputy Head), to exercise responsibility for all aspects of the operation of the Home and to relate to all callers including relatives and professionals.
Qualifications / Experience: Knowledge and experience of Care Planning.A good understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults and their families.Knowledge of Quality Assurance and monitoring standards.Knowledge of the role of the Regulation Quality & Improvement Authority.A minimum of NVQ/QCF Level 2 Award in Health and Social Care.A willingness to work towards NVQ/QCF Assessors Award.A minimum of 3 years' recent experience in a care setting.Experience in ordering, receiving, administering and storage of medication.Availability for flexible hours working, which may include hours beyond the normal shift pattern.Willingness to maintain registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council, by the Appointee, is a requirement of this position.Must be willing to work within the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.
Application Method: Application packs are available to download from www.presbyterianireland.org/jobs (please copy and paste this link into your browser) or by email: personnel@presbyterianireland.org or phoning 02890 417255. Employer Ref: R-22-04
Other Information: £500 welcome bonus.