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      <b>Senior Care Assistant (Days) based at Sandygate, Rotherham</b>
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    <b>Hours:</b> <b>Permanent - Part Time - 33 hours per week</b>
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    <b><span>Shifts will be 3 x 8:00am to 20:00pm and include alternate weekends.</span></b>
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    <b>Salary:</b> <b>£14.33 per hour</b>
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    For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately <strong>15 miles of the Care Home</strong>. This ensures commutes are manageable and <span></span><span></span>support your wellbeing and <span></span>work-life balance. <span></span>If you live outside <span></span><span></span><span></span><span></span>this area but <span></span><span></span><span></span>would still find the commute <span></span><span></span><span></span>manageable, <span></span><span></span>please get in touch - we are happy to review individual circumstances.
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  <p><b>About the role</b></p>
  <p>We are looking for an experienced, compassionate Senior Care Assistant to join our team at MHA. This is a key leadership role within the home, supporting the Home Manager and senior team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and to lead, motivate and develop care colleagues.</p>
  <p>As a Senior Care Assistant, you will take charge during shifts, <span></span>including deputising for other senior colleagues when required. You will lead by example, support safe and effective care delivery, and help create a warm, respectful environment where residents can live well and with dignity.</p>
  <p><b>What you will do</b></p>
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   <li>Take temporary charge of the home during the absence of other senior colleagues, ensuring safe and effective day-to-day running.</li>
   <li>Lead, support and supervise care and ancillary staff, helping them reach required standards and develop their skills.</li>
   <li>Provide hands-on care and health supervision to residents when required, always promoting dignity, privacy and choice.</li>
   <li>Support the Home Manager in meeting statutory, regulatory and organisational requirements, including record-keeping and audits.</li>
   <li>Administer medication in line with the Medication Policy where delegated.</li>
   <li>Support care planning, key working and the development of meaningful activities that enhance residents’ quality of life.</li>
   <li>Carry out or support regular 1:1s, supervisions and appraisals in line with policy.</li>
   <li>Promote good practice in health &amp; safety, fire safety, food safety and infection prevention.</li>
   <li>Be flexible to cover care shifts, on-call duties and occasional travel for meetings or training.</li>
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  <p><b>About you</b></p>
  <p>We are looking for someone who is confident, organised and committed to high standards of care.</p>
  <p>You will bring:</p>
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   <li>Previous experience working in a care setting.</li>
   <li>Experience of leading a shift or deputising for a manager.</li>
   <li>Medication administration experience.</li>
   <li>Good IT skills, including use of email and basic office systems.</li>
   <li>Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.</li>
   <li>The ability to lead, motivate and support a team.</li>
   <li>Sensitivity to the needs of older people and an inclusive approach to care.</li>
   <li>A Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (or equivalent) is desirable, or a willingness to work towards this.</li>
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  <p><b>Why join MHA?</b></p>
  <p>You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a supportive culture and a genuine commitment to helping people live later life well. At MHA, Senior Care Assistants play a vital role in shaping the quality of care and supporting both residents and colleagues to thrive.</p>
  <p><b>Rewards and benefits</b></p>
  <p>In addition to a competitive hourly rate, you will enjoy:</p>
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   <li>28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)</li>
   <li>A strong pension scheme and life assurance</li>
   <li>Free DBS checks and uniforms</li>
   <li>Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund</li>
   <li>Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies</li>
   <li>Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app</li>
   <li>A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications and clear progression opportunities</li>
   <li>Long service awards to celebrate your contribution</li>
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  <p><b>About the home</b></p>
  <p><strong>Sandygate care home in Wath upon Dearne</strong></p>
  <p>Sandygate is a welcoming and supportive home where colleagues share a strong commitment to delivering person centred care. The team atmosphere is friendly and down to earth, helping new colleagues feel at ease and valued from the outset.</p>
  <p>Colleagues work together to create a safe, calm environment where residents are treated with dignity and respect. MHA’s charitable values shape the culture, encouraging collaboration, openness and continuous improvement.</p>
  <p>For job seekers who want to make a genuine difference while being part of a close-knit team, Sandygate offers a rewarding place to build a purposeful and people focused career.</p>
  <p>For more information about the home, please click&nbsp;<a href="https://mha.org.uk/care-support/care-homes/sandygate"><em><strong>here</strong></em></a></p>
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