Bank Care Assistant

Prime Life; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Hinckley is looking for a Bank Care Assistant to support residents with personal hygiene, nutrition, and companionship. The ideal candidate should have a caring nature and the desire to make a difference. Previous experience is desirable, but full training is provided. Join us to help improve the lives of our residents and engage with a multi-disciplinary team.

Benefits

Hourly rates from £12.45 to £12.80

Opportunities for progression

Fully funded DBS

Comprehensive Holiday Pay

Refer a Friend scheme up to £250

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Care Assistant or Support Worker is desirable but not essential.
• Full training is provided.
• Understanding of dementia is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal hygiene and dressing.
• Support residents to dine and maintain good nutrition.
• Encourage safe mobilisation with mobility aids.
• Provide companionship and accompany residents on outings.
• Maintain accurate written records.
• Engage with other care professionals.
• Welcome family members and assist with enquiries.

Skills

Caring nature

Patience

Understanding of dementia

Job description

Overview

Bank Care Assistant role with shifts at 8:00 PM (and 8:00 AM where applicable). Based at Ashlands Care Home in Leicester, with several vacancies available. The home is designed to cater to residents with a range of physical and mental health conditions related to ageing, including those in the early and late stages of dementia.

Benefits

• Hourly rates of pay ranging from £12.45 to £12.80 per hour, dependent upon qualification level
• Opportunities to learn and progress with support from the Quality Matters team
• Fully funded DBS
• Comprehensive Holiday Pay scheme
• Refer a Friend scheme offering up to £250 per successful candidate

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal hygiene and dressing for the day or preparing for bed
• Support residents to dine at mealtimes and maintain good nutrition and hydration
• Encourage safe mobilisation around the home with mobility aids and specialist equipment
• Provide friendship and companionship and accompany residents on social outings or appointments
• Maintain accurate and timely written records and complete documentation
• Be part of a multi-disciplinary team and engage with other care professionals to promote health and well-being
• Welcome family members and assist with enquiries

What we're looking for

• A genuine caring nature with a desire to make a real difference for residents
• Prior experience as a Care Assistant or Support Worker is desirable but not essential, as full training is provided
• Patience, understanding, and respect for residents’ individual abilities
• Many residents live with dementia; understanding of dementia is beneficial

Application

If you have the skills and experience to become our Bank Care Assistant, please apply today and we will be in touch. Make a difference every day and give back to your community.