Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; North Shields; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to join their dedicated team. In this fulfilling role, you will provide essential support to residents, ensuring their personal care needs are met while fostering meaningful relationships. Your empathy and dedication will make a significant difference in the lives of those you care for. This position offers a warm and welcoming environment, where you can thrive professionally and personally. Join a company that values your contributions and provides numerous opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Up to 31 days paid leave

Comprehensive induction

Employee assistance programme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Life Assurance

Occupational sick pay

Company pension

Learning and career development opportunities

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Sensitivity and empathy are crucial for this role.
• Building meaningful relationships with residents is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal and medical care needs.
• Develop and follow individual care plans for residents.

Skills

Empathy

Personal Care

Medical Care

Communication

Relationship Building

Education

Eligibility to work in the UK

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

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Care Assistant

Gosforth, Seascale CA20, UK Req #384 13 August 2024

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We're dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.

The Home

Located in the village of Gosforth, Bradbury House is a 21 bedded care home that is much loved by the local community, offering residents a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Role: Care Assistant
Location: Bradbury House, Wasdale Rd, Gosforth, Seascale CA20 1AU
Hours: 24 Hours a week and alternative weekends. 8am - 8pm
Pay: £

The Role of Care Assistant

1. As one of our highly valued Care Assistants, you'll be at the front line of care delivery.
2. You’ll help residents with their individual care needs, such as personal care, medical care and following social interests.
3. You’ll build a special bond with each resident, and give professional and emotional support during difficult times, such as periods of illness.
4. Your days as a Care Assistant will be varied, interesting and rewarding. You’ll assist residents with washing, dressing, eating, drinking and getting around.
5. Importantly, you’ll help make them feel at home. You’ll be respectful of residents’ choices; their dignity and independence.
6. You’ll also be integral to developing residents' Care Plans, which includes being aware of any specialist support needs.

Pay & Benefits

At Abbeyfield, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our many benefits include:

1. £ p/h pay, benchmarked annually.
2. Up to 31 days paid leave, including bank/public holidays.
3. Comprehensive induction.
4. Unlimited opportunities to earn £500 via our 'refer a friend' scheme.
5. Claim back healthcare expenses with Medicash.
6. Life Assurance.
7. Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution.
8. Learning and career development opportunities.
9. Occupational sick pay.
10. Company pension.
11. Discounted gym membership.
12. An employee assistance programme.
13. Cycle-to-work scheme.
14. Shop and save vouchers.
15. Striving for independent accreditation as a menopause friendly organisation.
16. Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts.

About You

1. Are you sensitive, empathetic and love to care for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? If that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield!
2. Whether you’re new to the world of care or looking to retrain, we’re looking for people to join our growing team of care assistants.

Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.

Other details

1. Job Family Care, Activities & Care Compliance.
2. Job Function 1. Operations.
3. Pay Type Salary.
4. Min Hiring Rate £.
5. Max Hiring Rate £.
6. Gosforth, Seascale CA20, UK.

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