Care Assistant

Keane Premier Group; Cambuslang; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring organization in Cambuslang is seeking devoted caregivers to support residents with daily tasks and personal care. Ideal candidates should showcase compassion and have the ability to enhance residents' quality of life through companionship and support. This position offers numerous benefits geared towards employee wellbeing and development, including flexible earnings access and comprehensive training.

Benefits

Early access to earnings

Employee Assistance Programme

Free counselling sessions

Exclusive discounts

28 days holiday

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a right to work in the UK.
• Dedicated and passionate about caring for others.
• Ability to provide companionship and personal care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in settling into the home.
• Support daily tasks to enrich residents' lives.
• Provide companionship through interaction.
• Monitor and assist with residents' dietary intake.
• Maintain cleanliness and infection control standards.
• Work with other professionals in care provision.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Respect for privacy

Teamwork

Job description

Due to restrictions on the number of certificates we can issue at present, candidates without an existing visa or right to work in the UK are unlikely to be suitable for the advertised post.

Dedicated and passionate carers are at the forefront in providing valued care to our residents. Are you a naturally caring person who can show compassion, dignity, and respect and looking for a rewarding career? Apply today!

What do you get in return for your compassion and commitment?

At Keane, We Believe In Taking Care Of The People Who Care For Others. Here's What We Offer To Support Your Wellbeing And Development:

• Early access to a portion of your earnings with Wagestream
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, with 24/7 support via the Wisdom app and helpline access, health checks, wellbeing tools, legal advice, and much more.
• Free confidential counselling sessions up to 6, structured counselling sessions via phone, online or face-to-face.
• Bright Exchange, available through the Wisdom app, unlocks exclusive deals and discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Gift card and cinema savings through Salary Extras.
• Exclusive high street discounts through the Blue Light Card.
• Free mortgage consultation with McCuster Mortgage Solutions.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training to support your confidence and success, including paid shadowing and training to help you feel ready and supported from day one.
• 28 days holiday (pro-rata) so you can rest and recharge.
• Clear opportunities to grow, with real career progression routes to help you reach your full potential.

Benefits are non-contractual and may be amended or withdrawn at any time.

Main Responsibilities

• Maintaining a welcoming manner when service users are on admission to the home and assist them to settle in.
• Providing support with daily tasks, enabling our residents to live their best lives.
• Ensuring that resident needs and wishes are met.
• Providing companionship by simply talking and listening to residents and understanding their likes and dislikes.
• Encouraging residents to join in on organised activities and providing meaningful moments, with the assistance of team members.
• Working with residents in the provision of personal care.
• Assisting residents with eating and drinking, ensuring they are encouraged to eat a healthy, balanced diet.
• Completing all food and fluid charts and any other daily monitoring records as requested.
• Supporting infection control, e.g., cleaning up spills immediately, promoting hand hygiene practices, ensuring the proper use of PPE, and adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Ensuring the appropriate segregation of waste material.
• Responding promptly to the Nurse Call System.
• Reporting any concerns, accidents, or unexplained injuries immediately to the nurse in charge.
• Accurately recording and reporting essential information in the residents' daily report and care plan.
• Being respectful towards residents' possessions and ensuring that bedrooms and communal areas are tidy and presentable.
• Respecting the dignity and privacy of residents.
• Keeping all information about residents and the home life secure and confidential, including when using social media.
• Working with other health and social care professionals to provide holistic care.
• Undertaking any other duties as required.
• This position requires a PVG check and two references.