Care Assistant

Cedar Care Homes; Bath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Care Homes is seeking dedicated care assistants in Bath, focused on building respectful relationships and ensuring the wellbeing of residents. The role includes scheduled hours with opportunities for training and career progression, making it ideal for both seasoned professionals and those new to the field.

Benefits

Free induction training, including care certificate

Opportunities for career progression

Employer contribution to pension scheme

Qualifications

• Training will be provided; qualifications not essential.
• Experience in customer service or people-oriented environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with residents to maintain their wellbeing.
• Ensure needs are met according to specified care plans.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Knowledge of dementia

Respect for confidentiality

Education

NVQ level 2/3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

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• (42 scheduled hours per week minus breaks)

Shift Pattern

• Long Days: 8.00 a.m. – 8.00 p.m.
• Nights: 8.00 p.m. – 8.00 a.m.

Working Pattern

• 3 long days one week; 4 long days the next week

Job Role

• Develop friendly and respectful relationships with Residents
• Enable Residents to maintain their wellbeing by ensuring their needs are met according to their habits and lifestyles as specified in the care plan

Experience

We are looking for experience in some or all of the following areas:

Qualifications

• Not essential, training will be provided
• NVQ level 2/3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent may be beneficial

Work Experience

• No direct care work experience necessary, but some experience may be beneficial
• Experience in customer service or people-oriented environments
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people
• Experience working within strict guidelines and following company policies

Skills and Abilities

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Knowledge of dementia
• Respect for confidentiality, dignity, and privacy of Residents
• Ability to convey information clearly

The Benefits of Working with Cedar Care

• Free Cedar Care induction training, including the care certificate
• Refresher training with opportunities for career progression
• Pension scheme with employer contribution