Care Assistant

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Bodffordd; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and paid training

Bank holiday enhancements

Recognition schemes

Refer a friend

DBS costs covered

Long-service rewards

Job summary

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is seeking a committed Support Worker to join a dedicated care home in Thetford, Norfolk. The role provides general or dementia nursing and residential care in a purpose-built setting for older people.

A valid NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is required, with a 36-hour week over permanent, full-time shifts. The package includes an excellent salary of £12.80–£13.45 per hour, monthly pay, with enhanced rates for bank holidays, a comprehensive induction, and various

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is required.
• Able to work well in a team to provide high quality resident care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Be part of the team, promoting well-being and high-quality care for residents.
• Assist with daily tasks including personal care and companionship.
• Encourage independence and support residents with daily routines and activities.

Skills

Caring

Team player

Communication

Can-do attitude

Education

NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care

Job description

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Support Worker to work in an exceptional care home based in the Thetford, Norfolk area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This is a purpose built care home designed for older people requiring general or dementia residential and nursing care

To be considered for this position you must have an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Key Duties

• Be an essential part of the team, promoting the well‑being and providing the highest quality of care to residents
• Assist with daily tasks, inclusive of all personal care assistance from supporting with personal hygiene, through to days out and companionship
• Encourage independence, well‑being and supporting vulnerable individuals with their daily routines and activities

Skills & Experience

• Have a genuine desire to care for others
• A good team player
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to show a can‑do attitude always

Salary & Benefits

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £12.80 - £13.45 per hour - Pay frequency is monthly. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 36 hours a week working on a mix of shifts. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards)
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

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