Care Assistant

Abbeyfield; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks compassionate Care Assistants to join their dedicated team in a purpose-built Dementia Care Home. This rewarding role involves providing personal care and support to residents, ensuring their dignity and independence are respected. With a focus on building meaningful relationships, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for each resident. The position offers comprehensive training, competitive pay, and various benefits, including career development opportunities and a supportive work environment. If you have a natural calling to care and are eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Generous paid leave

Life Assurance

Pay progression

Learning and career development

Company pension

Discounted gym membership

Shop and save vouchers

Medical cashback scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Passion for providing exceptional care to residents.
• Ability to develop meaningful relationships with residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities like washing and dressing.
• Help develop and implement residents' Care Plans.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

Situated in the cultural suburb of New Malden and surrounded by areas of natural beauty, easy access to public transport links and a bustling high street nearby, Abbeyfield House is a purpose-built Dementia Care Home. We offer tailored and personalised packages of care, 24 hours a day, to up to 36 residents at any one time. Each resident has a beautifully furnished ensuite room, with a spacious sensory garden and communal areas to enjoy.

The Role:

The Care Assistant position is based on a 36-hour contract, involving 12-hour shifts from 8am to 8pm, including alternate weekend shifts.

Your days as a Care Assistant will be varied, interesting, and rewarding. You’ll assist residents with washing, dressing, eating, drinking, and mobility. Importantly, you’ll help make them feel at home, respecting their choices, dignity, and independence. You’ll also be involved in developing residents' Care Plans, which includes being aware of any specialist support needs.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay, benchmarked annually
• Generous paid leave
• Opportunity to earn £500 via our 'refer a friend' scheme
• Life Assurance
• Pay progression based on skills and contribution
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• Shop and save vouchers
• Medical cashback scheme for expenses like dental and optical care
• Access to a 'Blue Light Card' for discounts on days out, restaurants, and shops

About You:

No experience is necessary as we will provide all the training you need. What’s more important is that you have a natural calling to care and are passionate and committed to providing exceptional care to our residents, their families, and friends.

Are you sensitive, empathetic, and love caring for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? If so, you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield House! Whether you’re new to care or looking to retrain, we welcome you to join our growing team of Care Assistants.

• Job Family: Care, Activities & Care Compliance