Relief Senior Care Assistant - Lawnfield

Job Title:               Relief Senior Care Assistant
Location:               Lawnfield House, 5 King Street, Newcastle, BT33 0HD
Salary:                    £13.45 per hour
Hours:                    As and when required
Responsible to:      Service Manager

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Lawnfield House is registered with the RQIA to provide residential respite care for up to 20 residents who may have a learning disability; a physical disability; a sensory impairment, or may be an older person.

CRITERIA

QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential  

• Experience of contributing to a care plan
• A good understanding of adults who require care
• A minimum of NVQ/QCF Level 2 Award in Health and Social Care and willingness to work towards Level 3.
• Appropriate IT skills to be able to use Microsoft Word, email, RQIA portal and electronic recording systems

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
 Essential

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience caring for older people, people with disabilities or people with mental health needs. 
• Willingness to achieve competency in administering medications, which must be completed within 4 weeks of start date.

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Essential   

• Availability for flexible hours working (including weekends), which may include hours beyond the normal shift pattern
• Must maintain registration on the relevant section on the Northern Ireland Social Care Council register
• Must be willing to behave in a manner which respects the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland