Senior Care Assistant

Belmont Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Senior Care and Support Assistant to work with our client based in the Lowestoft area on a temporary basis. This is a full-time role working 36 hours per week, including alternative weekend cover. Shift patterns will vary from week to week, with shifts of either 7am 4pm or 4pm 10pm. The Role: Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to clients with very complex needs. Support clients to maximise their independence and maintain integration within the wider community. Assist clients with personal hygiene, dietary needs and medication. Support clients to access social and leisure activities and liaise with external agencies where required. Provide advocacy and support to clients and their families when appropriate. Promote safeguarding principles and ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients. Undertake risk assessments and promote safe working practices. Support team performance, coordinate shift cover and assist with staff training and development. Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and address any shortfalls in service delivery. Contribute to the development and maintenance of specialist services based on best practice. Requirements: Recent experience in a similar senior care or support role. Experience of working with clients with complex needs. Experience of supporting staff and/or coordinating shift cover. Experience of delivering training is desirable. NVQ Level 2 in ..... full job details .....