Care Assistant

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction & training

Bank holiday pay

Recognition schemes

Refer a friend

DBS costs

Rewards for length of service

Job summary

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is assisting a Weymouth, Dorset nursing home to recruit a dedicated Support Worker. You will join a team delivering high-quality care to residents in a general/dementia care setting.

The role is permanent, full-time, 36 hours per week with mixed shifts across weekdays and weekends. NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is required, with generous benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Be an essential part of the team, promoting the well-being and providing the highest quality of care to residents.

Skills

Caring mindset

Team player

Verbal & written communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

A fantastic job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Support Worker to work in an exceptional nursing home based in the Weymouth, Dorset area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care provider

This nursing home specialises in general & dementia nursing, residential and respite care for the elderly. The home is currently rated as ‘Good' by CQC

**To be considered for this position you must have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent**

As a Support Worker your key duties include:

• Be an essential part of the team, promoting the well-being and providing the highest quality of care to residents
• Assist with daily tasks, inclusive of all personal care assistance from supporting with personal hygiene, through to days out and companionship
• Encourage independence, well-being and supporting vulnerable individuals with their daily routines and activities
• Ensure accurate record keeping at all times

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Have a genuine desire to care for others
• A good team player
• Good verbal and written communication skills

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £12.80 - £13.45 per hour - Pay frequency is monthly. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 36 hours a week working on mixed shifts (Weekdays/Weekends). In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and company’s Care Awards)
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

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