To undertake a wide range of duties in support of the Team Leader in a given work area, which will ensure that a high standard of care is received by all residents at all times.
To only undertake delegated duties, which are within, assessed competencies for the Care Practitioner Framework
To undertake clinical tasks such as physical observations, urinalysis, skin inspection, aseptic technique including simple wound dressings, blood glucose monitoring, gastrostomy care and administration of gastrostomy tube feeding
To recognise and act on changes in residents conditions, including changes in physical and emotional health observations
Undertake continence management
Oversee nutrition and hydration management
Undertaking designated aspects of medicine management in line with legal and company policy
Assisting nurses with planning and delivering end of life care, alleviating pain through both pharmacological and non pharmacological means
Ensuring safe medication orders, receipts, recording, storing and disposing of medication in line with legal and company policy
Liaising with the multi-disciplinary team in writing Best Interest Decisions in relation to administration of covert medication under the supervision of the nurses
To provide support to the Team Leader as required.
To provide the agreed level of support to residents as defined in their care plan.
To supervise a group of care assistants as agreed with the Team Leader.
Recognising and acting upon any safeguarding risks to residents, including the reporting of safeguardings and complaints
To liaise with residents relatives as appropriate.
To assist in the planning and monitoring of resident care.
Maintain appearance and behaviour befitting a member of the care tea
Demonstrate his/her skills, giving guidance and support to other care assistants.
Ensure that rights of residents are recognised and acknowledged at all times.
To work under the direction of the Team Leader/Home Manager at all times.

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a positive impact in your local community?
Must have previous Care Practitioner experience
NVQ Level 3 would be a advantage or willingness to obtain
Experience in Medication management
Enthusiastic about providing care
Great values and compassion for supporting people
You will be able to work well as part of a team and independently showing creativity and passion for the work you do
Great communication skills
Be able to follow and prioritise tasks and responsibilities
Engage well with people we support in their continuing interests and supporting positive experiences

Aurem Care have been awarded for the prestigious 'Top 20 Care Home Group' accolade by carehome.co.uk, celebrating our commitment to excellence in care across the UK.

Day shifts
33 available per week, inclusive of weekend work (bank options also available!)
Hourly rate: £13.85 per hour
Hours: 8am - 8pm
28 Days Annual Leave including bank holidays (pro rata for part time contracts)
Life insurance
Free PVG (T & C's apply)
Free or discounted meals
Free parking
Annual fee paid towards the SSSC registration
Company pension
Wagestream - Same-day pay
Our employee assist programme - healthcare and mental health support
Free in house training via our elearning platform, your Hippo, in addition to our fully funded apprenticeship courses.
Yearly salary review
Refer a friend scheme, with up to £750 reward for each referral (T & C's apply)
Being part of an organisation where empowering and valuing our people is fundamental to everything we do

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