Care Assistant

Harbour Healthcare Limited; Consett; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run care provider in Consett is seeking Care Assistants to support residents' personal care needs and engage them in various activities. This role offers flexible working patterns and opportunities for training and career progression. Ideal candidates should possess compassionate care skills and be committed to providing quality support to residents.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Discounts on shopping and entertainment

Monthly 'Employee of the Month' vouchers

Free mental health support

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to provide personal care and engage residents in activities.
• Commitment to support health and wellbeing.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care needs of residents.
• Engage residents in various activities including arts and crafts.
• Provide emotional support to residents and families.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

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Harbour View Care Home Whitehaven CA 6HA

Are you ambitious? Do you want something new? Are you seeking fresh energy?

We are looking for Care Assistants in Consett.

Our Care teams are the superheroes supporting residents and providing peace of mind to families.

Why choose a career in Care?

• Care is highly rewarding.
• Flexible working patterns available.
• Training and development tailored to you.
• Great company benefits.
• Job satisfaction and making a difference.
• Providing peace of mind to families.

Benefits of working at Harbour:

• Discounts on shopping, fashion, days out, travel, and entertainment.
• Free face-to-face counselling for you and your family.
• Monthly vouchers for 'Employee of the Month'.
• Opportunities for training and career progression.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
• Blue Light Card discounts.
• Free eye tests and discounted glasses.
• Cashback cards for savings at big brands.
• Free meditation series, wellbeing podcasts, virtual events, mental health support, workout plans, and digital gym classes.
• Seasonal events, competitions, and incentives.
• Refer a friend scheme with rewards.
• On-site parking.

The role involves varied duties, including support with personal care and engaging residents in activities like arts and crafts, sports, drama, gardening, shopping, and social events.

About Harbour Healthcare:

We are a family-run business with care homes across the UK, committed to diversity and inclusion.

Our philosophy is to provide excellent care with dignity and respect, regardless of qualifications or experience. We value humility, accountability, achievement, passion, and integrity.

We offer training, support, qualifications in health and social care, and opportunities for advancement.

Recognition:

Harbour Healthcare has received multiple awards, including carehome.co.uk Top Awards and Disability Confident status.

Please note: All positions require an Enhanced DBS check for children and adults.