Senior Carer

Posting date26 October 2024

Closing date25/11/2024 04:01:11

Salary£12.73 per hour

LocationKnebworth, SG3 6HG

CompanyMaria Mallaband Care Group

Job typePermanent

HoursFull Time

Reference15484314

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About the Role

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the uk and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role.

At Maria Mallaband Care Group, it’s our people who make us great, and we pride ourselves on how well we work together as a team.

Working with us will result in some excellent rewards & benefits including –

  • Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children*
  • Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
  • Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.
  • An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off total food bill
  • Free criminal record checks
  • Pension Scheme with Nest
  • Flexible working patterns
  • Cycle to work scheme**
  • Service recognition
  • Training support and development opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Wellbeing support
  • Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage

About the Role

As a Senior Care Assistant for Maria Mallaband Care Group we ask you to care for our residents like they are your own family, caring for their Physical, Psychological and Social needs. Assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing and assisting with meals. We would love to hear from you if you have previously worked as a Senior Care Assistant, Senior Care Giver, Homecare Worker, in Social Care or as a Community Support Worker.

We offer our care staff flexible hours on full or part time basis over the 7 day week to offer a good work-life balance.

*Candidates must have their level 2, with Senior Care experience and be willing to complete their Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (if not already obtained) in order to be considered for this role.

"Become a Key worker and make a difference"

About You:

Above all, we’re looking for kind and caring people who want a job where they can really make a difference to people’s lives. Our successful candidate will have the following qualities and experience:

Experience of leading a team.

A committed and organised approach.

A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Flexible to work shifts.

If you would like to use your care experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the best quality care you’d expect for your loved ones, then MMCG is a rewarding place to be.

Additional experience desirable for this role:

Previous experience working in a Care Home environment (Essential).

Experience of working as a Senior Care Assistant (Essential).

Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (desirable but not essential to commence in the role, although essential to complete on successful appointment of the role if not already obtained and much already have your level 2)

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If you’re ready to start your journey as a Senior Care Assistant with Maria Mallaband Care Group please don’t delay and apply today!

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