Care Assistant

Premier Care Homes Ltd; Chester-le-Street; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training and qualifications

Career progression opportunities

Free uniforms

Free on-site parking

Recommend a friend payment

Long service recognition

Job summary

Premier Care Homes Ltd is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for Picktree Court Care Home in Chester le Street. You will provide high-quality personal care to elderly residents across multiple floors as part of a friendly team.

Applicants must be 18+ and training can be given. The role offers career progression and access to Level 3 qualifications in Health and Social Care. Benefits include free training, uniforms, on-site parking, and staff recognition.

Qualifications

• Experience in caring for the elderly is desirable but not essential.
• Commitment to high standards of personal care and resident comfort.
• Willingness to undergo training and development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care including bathing, dressing and feeding.
• Support residents with daily activities and mobility as required.
• Work as part of a care team to maintain a safe and dignified environment.

Skills

Personal care

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 3 Health & Social Care

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Care Assistant at Picktree Court Care Home in Chester le Street. Picktree Court is family run and caters for 62 older persons requiring residential care on the ground floor and first floor, with a further 26 beds on the second floor providing nursing care, all to an exceptionally high standard.

Applicants must be aged 18+ as will be providing personal care. Working as part of a team, you will provide nursing care, comfort, and companionship to the highest standards for elderly residents and be part of the Premier Care Homes Group. Previous care experience is desirable but not essential as training can be given. Duties will include assisting with personal care for the elderly, helping with daily bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting and other care duties as required.

This permanent position is also a great opportunity for career progression, as opportunities are available for promotion within the Care Home. If you are looking to advance your career in care and gain hands-on experience, Premier Care Homes provides all our staff with a wide range of training, plus access to Level 3 qualifications in Health and Social Care.

Benefits of working for Premier Care Homes include:

• Free training and qualifications
• Career progression opportunities
• Free uniforms
• Free on - site parking
• Recommend a friend payment
• Long service recognition

Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure.