Care Assistant

NHS; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Kidderminster is seeking a Care Assistant to provide compassionate and personalized care to residents in a 60-bedded care home. The role involves assisting with daily activities, personal care, and supporting social engagement. Ideally, candidates should possess empathy and a willingness to learn. The position offers competitive pay at £12.60 per hour, with options for full or part-time shifts.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Must have a compassionate and empathetic approach.
• Willing to learn and grow in the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities such as personal care.
• Administer medication.
• Support social engagement for residents.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Empathy

Respect

Willingness to learn

Job description

The role of a Care Assistant at Holmwood Care Centre in Kidderminster involves providing compassionate and personalized care to residents, supporting them in their everyday lives. The home is a 60-bedded, residential, nursing, and dementia care facility that has been rated 9.2 out of 10 on Carehome.co.uk. The successful candidate will be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting residents with their daily activities, such as personal care, medication administration, and social engagement. You will work closely with the nursing and care team to ensure that each resident\'s needs are met and their well-being is prioritized. The role requires empathy, respect, and a growth mindset, as you will be supporting individuals with varying care needs, including those living with dementia.

About us

OLYMPUS OPCO LTD is the company that operates Holmwood Care Centre, a 60-bedded residential, nursing, and dementia care home located in Kidderminster. The organization is committed to providing high-quality care and creating a supportive and nurturing environment for its employees to grow both professionally and personally. Olympus Opco Ltd values diversity and inclusion, and encourages learning from each other\'s cultures, beliefs, and experiences.

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

• Holmwood Care Centre, 30 Chaddesley Road, Kidderminster, DY10 3DJ
• 60 Bedded, Residential, Nursing and Dementia Home
• Rated 9.2 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Care Assistant
• Full Time or Part Time - 12 hour shifts - Alternate Weekends Required
• £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 listed, but the role requires a compassionate and empathetic approach, as well as a willingness to learn and grow in the role.

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.