Senior Health Care Assistant Gateshead From 14.50 - 29.00 per hour We''re recruiting experienced Senior Healthcare Assistants to work in care home settings across Gateshead and Newcastle. What you''ll bring to the role: The following experience and characteristics are considered essential to the role: NVQ Level 3 is essential Transferrable DBS Certificate is preferable but not essential experience working within a care home environment as a Senior care assistant is essential 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: As part of our agency care team at Pin Point Health your main duties will include: 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 of residents, ensuring that these responsibilities are carried out in full (as ..... full job details .....