Senior Care Assistant

Llys Elian is a 27 bedded residential home for older people living
with Dementia, there are three permanent living houses, one respite house and a day centre.

We are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Senior Care Assistant to work on a fixed term basis until December 2026 at the residential home

The ideal candidate will be empathetic, and passionate about providing excellent care.

As a Senior Care assistant you will be required to ensure the support provided is of the highest standard and in compliance with all regulations and ensuring standards are maintained achieving this by supporting the care staff and management.

The role will involve deploying, mentoring and supervising front line staff. We are looking to appoint a person who is forward thinking in the delivery of dementia support, this will be reflected in the person centred personal plans produced.

Your role will be to offer practical and emotional support to individuals with all aspects of daily living tasks such as personal care, maintaining independence, administering medication, hobbies and life skills.

Training will be given, and some hours worked will be at an enhanced hourly rate. There is oppportunity to work additional hours.

You will be expected to be a good communicator and will be involved in communicating with a variety of people from individuals receiving services, family's and friends as well as other care professionals such as GP's and Social workers.

You will be expected to work as part of a team to maintain and improve their wellbeing - reporting concerns to managers.

The need to communicate verbally in English and Welsh is essential; the ability to write in English is essential and advantageous in Welsh

You will be required to undertake a Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Manager details for informal discussion: Meinir Roberts, Manager, 01492 577749 Meinir.roberts@conwy.gov.uk

Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other. We're passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.

Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.

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We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.

We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an 'E' on the Person Specification).

We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. We encourage you to request adjustments. To do this please contact the manager named above to discuss your needs and potential support. There are options to apply via different formats, please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage. Need some support with your application? We've got tips, guidance and support services to help you through it.

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