Care Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; Leicester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS check paid by employer

Job summary

A Care Assistant position at South Lodge Care Home, part of Avery Healthcare Group, is an entry-level role focused on personal care, dignity and independence for residents. No prior experience is required as a full induction and training programme is provided.

You will work as part of a care team, deliver high standards of care, monitor wellbeing, and follow safe systems of work. DBS check and right to work in the UK are required to apply.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Initiative and a respectful manner towards residents and others in the home.
• Efficient working and the ability to carry out reasonable instructions from team members.
• Adaptable and flexible enough to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care and contribute to the care team to keep services continuous.
• Assist residents with all personal hygiene care, supporting their independence, dignity and respect.
• Recognise clinical risk areas such as weight loss, pressure sores, falls and signs of infection, and elevate them promptly.
• Follow safe systems of work across the range of tasks.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Initiative & respect

Efficient working

Adaptability

Job description

A Care Assistant post at South Lodge Care Home, one of over 100 homes run by Avery Healthcare Group. The work centres on personal care, helping residents with hygiene while protecting their dignity and independence, and spotting early signs of risk such as weight loss, pressure sores, falls or infection. No prior experience is needed, as a full induction and training programme is provided. Applicants must pass a DBS check and prove the right to work in the UK.

What the job involves

• Deliver high standards of personal care and contribute to the care team to keep services continuous
• Assist residents with all personal hygiene care, supporting their independence, dignity and respect
• Recognise clinical risk areas such as weight loss, pressure sores, falls and signs of infection, and elevate them promptly
• Act courteously towards residents and visitors, respecting each resident's dignity and individuality
• Follow safe systems of work across the range of tasks

Skills & knowledge

• Effective verbal and written communication
• Initiative and a respectful manner towards residents and others in the home
• Efficient working and the ability to carry out reasonable instructions from team members
• Adaptable and flexible enough to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice

Checks & eligibility

• DBS check
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK

What’s offered

• Thorough induction and training programme
• Opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career
• DBS check cost met by the employer