Care Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Melton Mowbray; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Melton Mowbray is seeking a Care Assistant to support residents in their daily routines and enhance their quality of life. Responsibilities include personalized care, promoting independence, and ensuring dignity is upheld. Candidates should have a passion for elderly care and preferably an SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care. Competitive remuneration and benefits offered.

Benefits

Pension

Onsite Parking

Paid DBS

Uniform Provided

5.6 Weeks Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Ideally, you have at least 6 months of experience as a Care Assistant.
• You bring integrity, respect, and a strong sense of teamwork to everything you do.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with their daily routines.
• Follow and support each resident’s personalized care plan.
• Uphold the dignity and respect of each resident.
• Work with housekeepers to maintain clean, safe, comfortable living spaces.

Skills

Passion for caring for the elderly

Strong sense of teamwork

Integrity

Respect

Education

SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Care Assistant

Care and Support - The Amwell Care Home

Contract: Full Time Salary: £12.21 Per Hour Shift Type: Dayshift Contracted hours:

Our private, luxury care home is in the beautiful market town of Melton Mowbray. We offer Residential, Dementia, Nursing & Respite care for 88-residents.

At our home, you’ll be a key person responsible in helping us achieve an excellent standard of care to our residents - You’ll be an integral part of our care team to promote the values and ethos of our home.

As a Care Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in our close-knit care team, ensuring our residents receive exceptional care and support. You’ll help them with their daily routines, promote independence, and ensure their overall health and happiness are prioritized every day.

What You’ll Do

• Empower Independence: Assist residents with their daily routines, from getting dressed to staying active, while encouraging them to make positive choices and remain as independent as possible.
• Personalized Care: Follow and support each resident’s personalized care plan, providing hands-on help and thoughtful attention to their individual needs.
• Health and Wellbeing: Keep a close eye on residents’ health, communicating any concerns to the Nurse or Clinical Deputy Manager, and helping with calls to relatives or healthcare professionals.
• Champion Dignity: Uphold the dignity and respect of each resident, ensuring they feel valued and cared for in every interaction.
• Social Support: Encourage social interactions among residents and with staff, creating a warm and welcoming environment.
• Safety and Comfort: Work with housekeepers to maintain clean, safe, and comfortable living spaces, and respond quickly to emergencies or call bells.
• Nutritional Support: Assist residents who need extra help with eating and drinking, ensuring their nutritional needs are met.
• Spread Smiles: Above all, bring joy to our residents’ lives and make them smile every day.

About You

• Qualifications: SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is preferred.
• Experience: Ideally, you have at least 6 months of experience as a Care Assistant, but we welcome those with a passion for care and transferable skills.
• Passion: You’re genuinely interested in caring for the elderly and committed to delivering excellent service.
• Values: You bring integrity, respect, and a strong sense of teamwork to everything you do.

Our care home is part of Care Concern Group; a market leading, family-owned care group operating over 100 homes across the UK. We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in.

We are driven by the five core values that define the Care Concern Group:

Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity
These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

If you’re ready to bring your dedication and passion for care to a role where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your CV to our recruitment team and take the next step in your rewarding career as a Care Assistant.

Contract Details

• Pension
• Onsite Parking
• Paid DBS
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)