Care Assistant

Find Apprenticeships; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Blandford Forum is seeking a Care Assistant to support individuals with personal care and provide companionship. This role offers a competitive rate of £12.45 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package such as company pension, paid holiday, and training opportunities. Join a caring team and make a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Company Pension

5.6 weeks paid holiday

Refer a Friend scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Extensive training courses

Qualifications and Apprenticeship opportunities

Blue Light Card for discounts

Recognition and Long Service awards

Qualifications

• Experience as a care assistant or support worker preferred.
• Ability to support individuals with personal care.
• Strong communication skills to provide companionship.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with personal care (hygiene, washing, dressing).
• Provide companionship and social interaction.
• Maintain accurate resident records.

Skills

Compassionate

Kindness

Commitment

Job description

Care Assistant

Blandford Grange, Blandford Forum

£12.45 per hour

Day shifts 8am - 8pm

Night shifts 8pm - 8am

Are you a naturally caring person and want to help make a difference in people's lives?

If you are kind, compassionate and committed, we would love for you to join our care team at our lovely nursing home, Blandford Grange.

Based in the pretty Georgian riverside town of Blandford Forum, and only a stone's throw from the bustling seaside resorts of Weymouth, Bournemouth, and Bridport, Blandford Grange is a spacious home with large bedrooms and a real family atmosphere.

What would a typical day look like?

• Supporting individuals with personal care (hygiene, washing, dressing, etc.)
• Providing companionship and offering social interaction
• Maintaining accurate resident records

Whether you are an experienced care assistant or support worker or are looking to start a new career in a rewarding and fulfilling role we will provide you with a thorough induction and training programme to further develop your skills along with the support and guidance of a well-established team who truly value their colleagues.

In return we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Company Pension
• 5.6 weeks paid holiday pay
• Refer a Friend scheme worth up to £1000 per person
• Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental health and wellbeing
• Extensive training courses through our Healthcare Homes Academy
• Qualifications and Apprenticeship opportunities including Advanced Healthcare Practitioner
• Blue Light Card offering a number of discounts across retail and hospitality
• Recognition and Long Service awards

Established in 2005, Healthcare Homes Group has an existing portfolio comprising of 48 residential and nursing homes located across East Anglia and the South of England. We are a Top 20 provider within the care sector and our ethos is to deliver the best person-centred care to all our residents.

If you are looking for a new and rewarding role and want to be part of our growing team of healthcare professionals, then get in touch or apply today.