Care Assistant

NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL; Pickering; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hall Residential Home is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to join their team in Thornton-le-Dale, near Pickering. Part-time (24 hours) or full-time (36 hours) permanent contracts are available for individuals who can support residents with independence, dignity and respect.

Ideal candidates may have NVQ Level 2 and Care Certificate qualifications or be working towards them. Prior experience is helpful, but new entrants to care are welcome and will be considered.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or Care Certificate qualifications preferred, or working towards them.
• Experience in a similar role is preferred but not required for the right candidate.
• Ability to use computerised care delivery systems such as PCP software.

Responsibilities

• Support and promote residents' independence, dignity and respect.
• Work flexible days to meet care needs and roster requirements.
• Maintain professional and courteous conduct under pressure.
• Assist with day-to-day activities and personal care as required.
• Operate computerised care delivery systems accurately.

Skills

Compassionate care

Dignity and respect

Flexible shifts

Work under pressure

Computerised care systems

Education

NVQ Level 2

Care Certificate

Tools

Person Centred Software

Job description

The Hall Residential Home has an excellent reputation for care delivery and for helping our residents to “make new memories”.

We are located in the village of Thornton-le-Dale with excellent transport links to Pickering, Malton and Scarborough. The Hall is a beautiful, Grade II-listed residential care home that delivers exceptional care to all our residents.

Opportunities have arisen for compassionate and conscientious individuals to join and work alongside our dedicated team. We are looking to recruit Care Assistants on part time (24 hours) or full time (36 hours) permanent contracts who can boast the following attributes:

• Support and promote our residents’ independence, dignity and respect.


• Able to work flexible days.


• Able to work under pressure in a professional and courteous manner.


• Able to use computerised care delivery systems, such as Person Centred Software.


• Someone who has genuine care for people which will benefit our residents.

Successful candidates should ideally have:

• NVQ Level 2 and Care Certificate qualifications or be actively working towards these.


• Prior experience of working in a similar role is preferred, however, for the right candidate who is new to the care sector, previous experience is not required.

* It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk.* *We are committed to the inclusion, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk*

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