Job Description

Senior Carer - Permanent 28-Hour Contract
Location: Burton On Trent
Hours: 28 hours per week, including a mix of shifts: 7:30am - 3:00pm, 2:30pm - 10:00pm, and 11:30am - 7:00pm, with every other weekend.
Hourly rate: £13.10 per hour

Are you an experienced carer looking to step up in your career OR a skilled senior seeking their next challenge?

In partnership with an established residential care setting in Burton On Trent, I am seeking a dedicated and compassionate Senior Carer to join their team on a permanent 28-hour contract.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Provide high-quality care and support to our residents
- Administer medication and complete in-service medication competencies
- Conduct and contribute to care planning and risk assessments
- Liaise confidently with professionals, including GPs, nurses, and social workers
- Participate in moving and handling training and adhere to best practices
- Maintain accurate records and documentation
- 70% of the role involves office-based tasks, requiring good computer skills (training provided)

Requirements:

- Proven experience within elderly care
- NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or Care Certificate
- Ability to work a set rota and cover specific shifts
- Medication training
- Moving and handling training
- Ability to reliably commute to the service for required shifts
- Knowledge of care planning and risk assessments
- Confident in liaising with various professionals

Why Apply for this role?
- Competitive salary
- Permanent contract with a stable rota
- Opportunity for overtime
- Supportive work environment with ongoing training and development
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others

If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and meet the requirements above, we would love to hear from you. Click apply now to be considered!