Care Assistant

Aria Care; East Staffordshire; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in East Staffordshire is seeking a Care Assistant to deliver compassionate, person-centered care to residents in a 50-bedded dementia care home. Responsibilities include supporting residents with daily activities, personal care, and medication administration. The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in elderly care. This role offers flexible hours, starting at £12.60 per hour, and numerous benefits including a Blue Light Discount Card and recognition programs.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in caring for the elderly.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach.
• Prior experience in a care setting is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care and daily activities.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Engage residents in various activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Empathy

Communication

Job description

The role of a Care Assistant at Aria Healthcare involves providing compassionate and person-centered care to residents in a 50-bedded residential and dementia care home. The home has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is highly rated by the public, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for care professionals to grow both professionally and personally.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting residents with their everyday lives, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs are met. This includes assisting with personal care, medication administration, and engaging residents in various activities. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care, while also contributing to the overall well-being of the residents.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a leading provider of residential and dementia care services, dedicated to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment for both residents and staff. The organization is committed to investing in the professional development of its employees, offering a range of benefits and recognition programs to support their growth and job satisfaction.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Mount Pleasant, Hollow Lane, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire DE15 0DR
• 50 Bedded Residential & Dementia care Home
• CQC Rating - Good
• Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Care Assistant
• Full time Hours - 36 hours per week - 3 x 12 hour shifts 8am - 8pm - Day shifts with occasional nights 8pm - 8am
• £12.60 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for a compassionate care assistant to support residents in their everyday lives. If you are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives, Aria care will offer a supportive and nurturing environment to grow, both professionally and personally.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications are required, but a genuine interest in caring for the elderly and a compassionate, empathetic approach are essential. Prior experience in a care setting would be an advantage.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.