Care Assistant

Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 33

We are looking for a caring, compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to join our team and help us provide the highest standards of care and support to our residents.

As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting residents with their day-to-day needs while promoting their comfort, dignity, independence and wellbeing.

About the role

Your responsibilities will include

• Providing person-centred care and support with daily living, including washing, dressing, toileting and mobility.
• Supporting Residents with their physical, emotional and social wellbeing.
• Assisting Residents with limited mobility or physical/learning difficulties, using appropriate equipment and aids.
• Supporting Residents who may be living with confusion or behavioural difficulties.
• Assisting with meals and drinks, taking account of dietary requirements and swallowing difficulties.
• Escorting Residents to appointments, hospital visits and social outings where required.
• Completing daily records and contributing to care planning as required.
• Maintaining clean, comfortable and safe bedrooms and communal areas.
• Supporting Residents and their families with dignity, sensitivity and compassion, including those receiving end-of-life care.

About you

We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys helping others and is passionate about providing excellent care.

You will ideally have:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, respectful and patient approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to maintaining Residents' privacy, dignity and independence.
• A willingness to learn and undertake relevant training and qualifications.
• Previous experience in a care environment is desirable but not essential.
• An S/NVQ in Health & Social Care, or a willingness to work towards one, is desirable.

As part of our team, you'll benefit from:

• Meals provided while on duty
• Employee discount app with access to a range of discounts and offers
• Training and development opportunities
• Opportunities to work towards relevant Health & Social Care qualifications
• A supportive and friendly team environment