We currently have the following vacancy for a Care Assistant to join our team:
- Permanent role for 2 night shifts per week (24 hours), working a 12-hour shift from 7.00pm to 7.00am
You will be required to work alternate weekends in this role.
Purpose of Role:
As a Care Assistant you will show
warmth and support to the residents, helping to promote independence and
dignity and positively enhance the lives of the individuals in your care. If
you have knowledge and experience of caring for elderly people, come from a
caring background and have a genuine love and understanding of older people
then this job could be for you.
Key Duties:
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Provide a high level of care to our residents
ensuring their wellbeing
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Provide personal care, maintaining a high level of
hygiene
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Accurately recording observations in accordance
with the resident’s conditions, informing the Senior Nurse on duty of any
changes and responding accordingly
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Supporting our residents to maintain their
independence
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Identifying and assisting with residents’ needs
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Serving meals
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Assisting our residents as necessary
Requirements:
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Ideally you will have some experience in the
Healthcare sector although we will provide you with all the training you need
to be successful in the role.
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Qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3 is desired but not
essential.
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Able to work independently and as part of a team
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Have the flexibility and willingness to work
shifts, including weekends
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Caring personality
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Ability to communicate effectively in English, both
verbally and in written form
In return, we will offer you:
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Competitive Salary
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Full Induction Training
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Discounts at Major High Street Retailers
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Industry Recognised Training (including NVQ Levels
2 & 3)
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Progression Opportunities
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Free Uniform
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Comfortable Staff Rooms
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Guaranteed Hours
Our philosophy is to create a
secure, relaxed, happy and homely atmosphere for the residents to live in and
for the staff to work in. We specialise in providing quality nursing and
residential care for the elderly.
We are part of the Canford
Healthcare group of homes.
If you would like to join our successful team, please select “apply now” and forward us your CV.