Care Assistant

St Philips Care; North Kesteven; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in North Kesteven is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to join their team. The role offers opportunities for flexible hours and full training, aiming to provide outstanding care to the elderly. Candidates should be reliable, caring, and willing to learn. Benefits include a supportive environment, paid induction, and opportunities to progress within the company.

Benefits

Flexible opportunities

Paid induction and shadow shifts

Paid holiday

Rewards scheme for all staff

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Desirable previous experience in care work.
• Passion for caring for the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily care needs.
• Participate in holistic caring activities.
• Read and act on care plans.
• Report changes in residents' condition.

Skills

Caring nature

Reliability

Observation

Communication

Education

NVQ2 / SVQ2 or QCF level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Care Assistant - The Grove Skellingthorpe

Part Time Hours Available.

St Philip's Care is dedicated to providing outstanding care to our clients which is why we have been award The most outstanding Residential Care Management Team in the UK and continue to apply this ethos through 2025.

Our company values and encourages our staff, provide ongoing training and the opportunities to progress throughout the business if desired. Wherever you want your career in care to take you, you can do it with St Philips Care.

Do you need a job that offers flexibility, the chance for progression, and to make a difference?

Stop looking! You’ve found it!

With this role you can Earn while you Learn as we can provide full training.

Come and join our great care team at St Philips Care and love your job!

The successful applicant should be willing to learn, caring in nature and kind. Being reliable with a good attitude towards work is valued. Full training can be provided for the right applicant.

Responsibilities

• As a Care Assistant you will be responsible for understanding and providing the requirements for “normal” health and to have insight into the effects on the client and family when continued care is needed.
• To assist the client in any area of his/her daily care needs which they would normally undertake themselves if they were able to do so.
• To participate in holistic caring activities.
• Care for all clients’ needs as required with the aim of optimising their independence.
• Read and act on the Care Plans of each client to promote continuity of care.
• To understand the right of the individual to confidentiality.
• Moving and handling, dressing, and assisting residents in their daily hygiene and dressing needs.
• Observing and reporting any changes in residents’ condition.
• Report to Senior staff any hazard or unsafe equipment that may be injurious to the health and safety of staff, residents, and visitors.
• To attend any in-service training arranged as part of staff development and mandatory training, which is a legal requirement.

Qualifications

• As a Care Assistant it would be desirable to have Previous experience of care work in a Hospital, Care or Nursing Home.
• A Passion for Care of the Elderly.
• NVQ2 / SVQ2 or QCF level 2 in Health and Social Care or Care.

Benefits

• A supportive, inclusive, friendly working environment.
• The opportunity to progress and gain further qualifications “learn while you earn!”
• 4-weekly pay periods.
• Full training given.
• Paid induction and shadow shifts.
• E - Learning incentive scheme.
• Paid holiday.
• Flexible opportunities to fit around your life.
• Rewards scheme for all staff.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00.
• To be part of the St Philip’s Care family across the UK.
• The chance to change lives.
• Option to join the people pension if not automatically enrolled.