Care Assistant

Cherry Hinton Care Home; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentivised pay scales

Pension

Excellent working environment

Career development plans

Learning Academy with NVQ options

Support from management

Free uniform

Free meals

Discounts at retailers

Discounted gym membership

Discounted Health Cash Plans

Refer a friend incentive

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

TLC Care is seeking a Care Assistant at the Cherry Hinton Care Home in Cambridge to support residents with daily care, safety and activities. You will join a friendly team dedicated to enhancing residents' lives and promoting independence wherever possible.

No prior experience is required as full training is provided; the role values compassion, dedication and good communication. A positive, caring attitude is essential for our residents.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; full training provided.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Team player with a caring attitude.
• Willingness to participate in training programmes.
• Promoting and maintaining the Care Home's good reputation.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily routines and personal care.
• Support residents' safety and independent living.
• Prepare residents for social trips and activities.

Skills

Compassion

Dedication

Effective communication

Team player

Willingness to train

Job description

Care AssistantCherry Hinton Care Home Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 8DB

Do you enjoy caring for older people? Do you want a role that is special and vital in enhancing the lives of our residents?
As a Care Assistant with TLC Care you will become a key part of a friendly and enthusiastic team who enjoy making the lives of our residents happy every day.
When joining our team of dedicated Care Assistants you will be supporting the day to day lives of our residents from their personal care through to their safety and assisting with daily activities. You will be helping them lead as independent a lifestyle as possible. It is important that you really get to know each resident and their likes and dislikes so you can provide and personalise the highest standard of care, and bring a smile to their face.
TLC Care pride themselves in not only delivering the highest standards of care, but promoting the choices and individual needs of our elderly residents, making their care homes a happy environment for residents and team members alike.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining the highest possible level of care while supporting residents in their daily routines, providing detailed attention when needed and preparing them for social trips out of the homes.

Why join the team at TLC Care?

TLC Care's, values of Truth, Love and Compassion are embedded in everything we do. Our people are our core asset and we work hard to engage with team members and maintain our homes as preferred places of work. We look for team members who share our values and Carers who are passionate about their work and can deliver an excellent resident experience.

Benefits of joining TLC Care

• Competitive rates of pay
• Incentivised Pay scales
• Pension Scheme
• Excellent working environment
• Clear development plans - opportunities for career progression
• Our own Learning Academy including development programmes including supported NVQs at Levels 2, 3 and 5
• Support from a highly qualified management team
• Free Uniform
• Free meals
• Discounts at 0 high street and online retailers
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounted Health Cash Plans
• Refer a friend incentive scheme
• days holiday per year

Requirements

• You don't have to have previous experience as you will receive full training, but you must have compassion, dedication and a genuine interest in the people you care for.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Team player
• Willingness to participate in training programmes
• Promoting and ensuring the good reputation of the Care Home
• Promoting safe working practices within the Care Home