Senior Carer inBirmingham inBirmingham PUBLISHED FRI 14 JUN 2024

The senior carers' responsibilities are inclusive of, however, are not limited to, the following:

Ensure that service users are at the heart of care delivery and their wishes and preferences are taken into consideration to enhance their wellbeing

To contribute to the efficient running of the service

Support service users to maintain their relationships and connections with the local community

Ensure care plans and other information about how to support service users are followed

Be responsible for informing management of any changes in the needs of service users

Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of those individuals they support

Treating people with kindness

Understanding the importance of empathy in all areas of employment

Understanding the values of others and always providing a caring service

Have a knowledge of, and work within, the Fundamental Standards

Understand the regulatory framework that governs the service, including the role of the CQC and its requirements

Commit to achieving the relevant qualifications commensurate with the role

Attend statutory training and any other training as directed by management

Other duties and responsibilities to be undertaken may include any (or all) of the items in the following list:

Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth

Be a role model for other carers and be an ambassador for the service

Understand and follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role

Be open to learning opportunities

The ideal candidates will remain professional, polite and reasonable at all times.