Conwy County Borough Council / Cyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol Conwy
Location
Conwy
All areas
Job details
Contract type
Permanent
Pay
£21074 - 22110 per year
Job description
Work base: Llys Elian
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 September 2026 at the residential home
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. Conwy is committed to safeguarding.
Manager details for informal discussion: Meinir Roberts, Manager, 01492577749 Meinir.roberts@conwy.gov.uk
Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is essential 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.
In promoting Equal Opportunities, Conwy welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. All Disabled applicants who meet the essential job requirements will be guaranteed an interview. The Council will provide appropriate additional work facilities for disabled applicants. There is an option for disabled people to apply on different formats. Please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 for further advice.
Mae'r ffurflen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg hefyd.
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