Care Assistant

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Alford; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a full-time Care Assistant for their residential facility in Alford. The role involves providing compassionate care to residents, including those with dementia, while promoting a supportive and enjoyable environment. Benefits include ongoing training, career opportunities, and a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Annual Leave 28 days

FlexEarn program

Employee assistance program

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Care Assistant within a care home is desirable.
• Medication training would be extremely advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in a residential care facility.
• Support residents with dementia and other care needs.

Skills

Care experience

Communication

Empathy

Education

NVQ2/3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Vacancy: Care Assistant – AV1732B

Hours: Full Time

Location: Alford

Pay rate: £22,932.00 per annum – 36 hrs per week

A Senior Care Assistant is required at our Client’s fantastic purpose built Residential Care facility situated in Alford. The home offers the flexibility of respite care for short breaks andpermanent care for those who can no longer live at home. There is a separate purpose-built unit specialising in the care of residents who have dementia type illnesses in addition to support those residents with residential needs for up to 26 service users.

Benefits include...

• Ongoing training and development; including fully funded diplomas up to NVQ level 5.
• Variety – no two days are the same!
• Long term career opportunities
• Annual Leave 28 days
• FlexEarn - providing you with the opportunity to withdraw a portion of your wages in advance of payday, to increase your choice and financial wellbeing.
• No DBS fees.
• Employee assistance program to support your health and wellbeing.
• Blue Light Card offering a number of discounts across retail and hospitality.
• Being part of an award-winning organisation

Our Client’s ethos is to be family orientated, professional, hard-working, client-led and fun. A happy atmosphere is promoted by the Management, as this adds to the home's environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Care Provider who really cares.

Previous experience as a Care Assistant within a care home and an NVQ2/3 in Health & Social Care is desirable. Also, medication training would be extremely advantageous.

If you are interested in joining this friendly team, please apply below.