Care Assistant

SeeMe Hired Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

St Martins Care in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Care Assistant for full-time night shifts. You will provide compassionate support to residents, follow care plans, and help with daily activities to maintain dignity and independence.

The role emphasizes teamwork, personal development, and upholding regulatory standards to ensure a safe, homely environment where residents feel valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Good English (written and verbal).
• Proficient written skills to maintain care plans and records.
• Communication skills to build rapport with residents and inform colleagues.
• Problem-solving to adapt and address situations quickly.
• Ability to assist residents with daily tasks per their care plan.

Responsibilities

• Ensure residents are at the heart of care delivery, respecting their wishes to enhance wellbeing.
• Contribute to the efficient running of the service.
• Support residents to maintain relationships with their local community.
• Follow care plans and other supporting information regarding residents.
• Inform the Senior Care Assistant/Nurse of any changes in a resident's needs.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of those being supported.
• Develop effective working relationships with colleagues within the service.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for residents.
• Maintain and develop relationships with residents' loved ones.
• Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Be a role model and ambassador for the service.
• Be professional, polite, and reasonable at all times.

Skills

Good English

Written communication

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Daily tasks assistance

Job description

Care Assistant (Newcastle | Full Time Nights | £12.75/hr)

Job Overview

Providing care and support to people in the latter stages of their life is a privilege. Old age is a fact of life, be part of the solution to deliver brilliant care, create fantastic memories and build relationships that will last a lifetime.

With a bit of luck, we will all be old one day. . . who will look after you. . . join us and help us to get it right today.

We are recruiting for a Care Assistant to support a busy care home with flexible hours, alternate weekends’, and an opportunity to make a real difference.

Location: The service’s premises, but you may be required to work from other locations at the discretion of the company and with appropriate notice.

Role-specific Duties

• Ensure that residents are at the heart of care delivery, respecting their wishes and preferences to enhance their wellbeing.
• Contribute to the efficient running of the service.
• Support residents to maintain relationships and connections with their local community.
• Follow care plans and other supporting information regarding residents.
• Inform the Senior Care Assistant/Nurse of any changes in a residents needs.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of those being supported.

Working with Others

• Develop effective working relationships with colleagues within the service.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for residents.
• Maintain and develop relationships with residents loved ones.

Leading by Example

• Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Act as a role model for others and an ambassador for the service.
• Be professional, polite, and reasonable at all times.

Personal and Professional Development

• Have knowledge of, and work within, the Fundamental Standards.
• Understand the regulatory framework governing the service, including CQC requirements.
• Commit to achieving relevant qualifications commensurate with the role.
• Attend statutory and other training as directed by management.
• Follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role.
• Embrace learning opportunities.

About the role

Essential Criteria

Qualifications

• Good English (written and verbal).

Skills

• Proficient written skills to maintain care plans and care records in line with service policy.
• Communication skills to build rapport with residents, communicate effectively with them, and inform colleagues, management, and professionals about their needs.
• Problem-solving skills to adapt to and address situations quickly, develop solutions, and recognise/report situations requiring protection.
• Ability to assist residents with daily tasks by following their care plan, this may include bathing, eating, dressing, grooming, and using the bathroom.

Previous Experience

• Previous experience is not required.

Values-based Personal Qualities

• Working Together: Involve residents, families, external agencies, and colleagues; speak up when things go wrong.
• Respect and Dignity: Promote person-centred care and independence.
• Everybody Counts: Ensure no discrimination or exclusion, understand human rights, and enable individuals to voice concerns.
• Commitment to Quality of Care: Strive for quality, embrace constructive feedback, and seek opportunities for learning and improvement.
• Compassion: Show kindness, empathy, and understanding in all interactions.
• Improving Lives: Share ideas, focus on wellbeing, and improve outcomes for residents.

About the company

Everyone at St Martins Care shares a passion for providing the best possible care for all the people that choose to live with us. We are people of high integrity and are committed to excellence in all that we do.

Our aim is to ensure our residents enjoy a happy, comfortable and safe environment where their personal needs and independent requirements are taken into account by our compassionate and highly trained staff. Quite simply we aim to make sure our residents feel safe and ‘at home’ whilst in our care.

Desired Criteria

• Previous experience of working in a similar environment.
• Previous experience of working in a similar role.
• Experience of working with service users, in particular, those that may have additional support needs.