Care Assistant

Bupa; Newbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A health insurance provider in Newbury is looking for a Care Assistant to deliver person-centred care in a supportive environment. This role includes responsibilities such as assisting residents with personal care, managing their wellbeing, and fostering an inclusive atmosphere. The salary ranges from £12.25 to £13.25 per hour, and additional benefits include holiday entitlement and healthcare support.

Benefits

Free access to healthcare support

Annual allowance for healthcare products

Early access to earned wages

28 days holiday

Free meal on every shift

Interest-free travel loan

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care home environment is desirable.
• Ability to provide person-centred care supporting independence.
• Skills in observing and managing residents' behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with a wide range of needs, from companionship to personal care.
• Document and report any changes in residents' behaviour.
• Encourage and assist residents to meet their nutrition and hydration needs.
• Provide physical and mental stimulation through activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Experience in a care home environment

Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Overview

lives and make a better world. As a Care Assistant, you'll be at the heart of this, providing person-centred care that supports independence and honours choice. You'll be part of a team dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care, ensuring our residents live a life they truly love. Our values of being Brave, Caring, and Responsible guide everything we do, and we strive to create the most inclusive and supportive workplace for our people.

Key Responsibilities

• Support residents with a wide range of differing requirements from companionship to personal care.
• Observe and manage residents' behaviour with care and ensure to document and report any changes in accordance with the required legislation.
• Support residents' nutrition and hydration needs, encouraging and assisting them to eat and drink according to their care plan.
• Provide essential physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, both in groups and individually.
• Maintain accurate care plans in line with regulatory & legal requirements.
• Motivation, positivity, and great interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Desirable: Previous experience in a care home environment or a Health and Social Care qualification.

Employer, Location and Role Details

Care Assistant Bayford House Care Home Rookwood, Stockcross, Newbury RG20 8LB
CQC rating: Good
Carehome.co.uk rating: 9.1 / 10

Salary and Employment Type

Salary £12.25 - £13.25 per hour / depending on experience
Permanent Contract
44 hours Days and 44 hours Nights available

About Bayford House

Nestled in the leafy village of Stockcross, Bayford House offers personalised care packages which include residential, respite, nursing, palliative and Parkinson's care. The home also has independent living suites for those in need of extra support or recovering from surgery. Originally a private residence, Bayford House is set within large landscaped gardens and has been extensively modernised and refurbished to provide a high standard of accommodation and care. High ceilings and period features can be enjoyed throughout the home and residents can feel relaxed and comfortable in the spacious communal rooms and lounge areas. Most bedrooms have en-suite facilities and all are tastefully furnished and decorated. Residents can stay for two weeks, a month or longer — however long residents or loved ones needs support. The home has a dedicated respite room that can be booked up to three months in advance, staff are happy to accept last-minute requests too. The independent living suites are spacious bedrooms with lounge areas, situated within Newdale Court, a part of the home that supports assisted living. There is an on-site salon, large lounge and cinema room, as well as a dining room complete with hostess service. Individual dietary preferences form the basis of the in-house chef's daily menu, with homemade meals and lighter alternatives available. Arts and crafts and reminiscence sessions are examples of the many activities available for residents, as are gentle gardening and sing-a-longs. Regular church services and a visit from a mobile library are also available.

Benefits

• My Healthcare - Free access to 24/7 support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support
• Annual allowance which you can redeem against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350
• Wagestream - Have early access to up to 40% of your earned wages within minutes
• 28 days holiday
• Sick pay scheme for frontline teams in addition to statutory sick pay
• Long service - For every milestone at Bupa we will reward you with ecards, extra holidays and money!
• Free meal on every shift
• Interest-free annual travel loan to enable the purchase of public transport annual season tickets
• Range of Bupa pension plans
• Parental leave schemes for adoption, birth parents and co-parents
• Menopause Plan
• Access to discounts at gyms and fitness facilities across the UK

Why Bupa

We’re a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are driven by helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We encourage all of our people to "Be you at Bupa" and we champion diversity. We especially welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and offers reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process for disabled applicants.