Senior Health Care Assistant Durham 14.00 - 28.00 per hour Temp We are currently looking to recruit experienced Senior Healthcare Assistants. The Person: The following experience and characteristics are considered essential to the role: NVQ Level 3 is essential Comfortable with medication administration Transferrable DBS Certificate is preferable but not essential experience working within a care home environment as a Senior care assistant is essential You MUST be able to demonstrate that you have the skills and experience to perform well in this role To possess good manners and a flexible approach Ability to communicate effectively Ability to be patient and keep calm under pressure Easily adaptable to new environments Reliable and trustworthy Access to your own transport is desirable, however this is not essential Flexible to work within multiple environments on a weekly basis dependent on the requirements of our clients. The Role: We are currently recruiting on behalf of one of our good clients based in Sunderland: Delivering high standards of care To participate in the formulation and maintenance of individual care plans for each resident and administer medication to residents as prescribed, accurately maintaining appropriate records for both To provide the highest level of personal care and attention to residents, following individual care plans carefully and ensuring that all contact is polite, friendly, warm and supportive. To act as a key worker for a named group