Senior Care Assistant

Job Description

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Senior Care Assistant (Temporary)

Location: Chesterfield

Job Type: Temporary Agency Work

Shift Pattern: Flexible Day Shifts, Night Shifts & Weekend Shifts Available

Hours: Flexible

Salary: Competitive Hourly Rate

About the Role

Medaxis Talent is currently recruiting experienced and dedicated Senior Care Assistants to support a care service in Chesterfield.

We are seeking reliable, compassionate, and professional individuals who are committed to delivering outstanding care and support to service users. The service is looking for consistent workers who can provide regular availability and build positive relationships with residents and the care team.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Senior Care Assistants looking for ongoing agency work with regular shifts available following a successful induction period.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality person-centred care to residents.
• Administer medication safely and accurately in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Support residents with personal care, mobility, nutrition, and daily living activities.
• Monitor and report changes in residents' health and wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and medication documentation.
• Support junior care staff and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Promote dignity, independence, choice, and respect at all times.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and organisational policies.
• Ensure health and safety policies are adhered to within the service.

Essential RequirementsExperience

• Minimum of 6 months' experience administering medication.
• Previous experience working within elderly care settings is highly desirable.
• Experience working within residential, nursing, or care home environments.

Skills

• Medication Management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Mandatory Certifications & Training

Applicants must hold:

• Medication Management Training Certificate
• Mandatory Training Certificate

Additionally, successful candidates must complete:

• Face-to-Face Medication Administration Training
• Medication Competency Assessment

Additional Requirements

• Must be local to Chesterfield or have reliable transport allowing travel within 30 minutes of the service.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to regular shifts.
• Willingness to undertake a free induction/shadow shift to ensure suitability for the service.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay rates.
• Flexible working patterns.
• Day, night, and weekend shifts available.
• Weekly payroll.
• Ongoing and regular work opportunities.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Opportunities to work with established care providers.

Compliance Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to provide:

• Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to Work documentation.
• Employment references.
• Proof of qualifications and training certificates.
• Full compliance documentation prior to placement.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Senior Care Assistant with medication administration experience and are looking for flexible agency work in Chesterfield, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your CV today and a member of the Medaxis Talent team will be in touch to discuss available opportunities.

Recruiting Care. Changing Lives.

Medaxis Talent Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. xwzovoh All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, employment references, right to work verification, and qualification checks in line with regulatory requirements.