Care Assistant
£12.00 – £12.30 per hour plus great benefits
Are you a caring, warm, compassionate and supportive person looking for your next career move within the Healthcare Sector? If so, we would love to hear from you.
At Maples care home we are looking to recruit Care Assistants who can help promote independence and dignity and positively enhance the lives of the individuals. For this role, you will be required to have previous experience of working in the residential healthcare sector and have knowledge and experience of working with the elderly.
Care Assistant Key Duties:
- Provide a high level of care to our residents ensuring their wellbeing
- Provide personal care, maintaining a high level of hygiene
- Accurately recording observations in accordance with the resident’s conditions, informing the Senior Nurse on duty of any changes and responding accordingly
- Supporting our residents to maintain their independence
- Identifying and assisting with residents’ needs
- Serving meals
- Assisting our residents as necessary
Requirements:
- You will have previous experience of working in the residential healthcare sector and will have knowledge and experience of working with the elderly.
- Qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3 is desired but not essential.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Have the flexibility and willingness to work shifts, including weekends
- Caring personality
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in written form
In return, we will offer you:
- Competitive Salary
- Full Induction Training
- Discounts at Major High Street Retailers
- Industry Recognised Training (including NVQ Levels 2 & 3)
- Progression Opportunities
- Free Uniform
- Comfortable Staff Rooms
- Guaranteed Hours
We are part of the Canford Healthcare group of homes.
If you would like to join our successful team as a Care Assistant, please select “apply now” and forward us your CV.
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