243878 - Care Assistant - Nights

Wakefield Council; Knottingley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in Knottingley is seeking a Care Assistant for a Night post to support adults with Dementia. You will be part of a caring team providing high-quality support. The role includes weekend and bank holiday work, with necessary training provided, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a career in care.

Benefits

Career average pension scheme

Employee Benefits scheme

Commitment to training and development

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications are not required for the position; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable adults with Dementia.
• Deliver person-centered care at every opportunity.

Job description

Overview

Hazel Garth is a Dementia Care Home based in Knottingley. At Hazel Garth we support vulnerable adults who have a diagnosis of Dementia and provide high levels of care to ensure that our residents have the best quality of life in their later years.

Position

We are recruiting a 20 -hour Care Assistant- Night post, to work alongside our experienced Dementia care staff. The position will help you gain invaluable skills to deliver person centred care at every opportunity. The hours of work are on a rota basis, and the position does include weekends and bank holidays with enhanced rates of pay.

Qualifications

If you don't have the essential qualifications for the position don't worry!

Training and Benefits

The successful candidate will be given a comprehensive induction programme, full training to deliver high standards of care, and we will fund the qualification for you on successful completion of the probation period.

With enhancements for weekend and bank holiday working, plus overtime opportunities and generous annual leave entitlement, why wouldn't you want to choose a career in care?

There are lots of other benefits which make up our overall employee package too, such as:

• A career average pension scheme
• Employee Benefits scheme
• Access to OHU
• A strong commitment to training and development

Make a Difference

Make a difference to someone's life - give them your care!

How to Apply / Contact

For further information, please contact Patrycja Walesiak on 01977 722405.

Want to Know More? If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Patrycja Walesiak.

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Safeguarding and Other

Safeguarding Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)
The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Fluency Duty
This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. The post-holder is required to demonstrate an appropriate level of fluency under the duty as detailed within the job specification for the post.

Probation
In line with the Council’s Probation Procedure, certain positions may be subject to a six-month probationary period. This requirement does not apply to internal vacancies.

Diversity
Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

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