Care Assistant

Hampton Care Home; Romford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in elderly care is looking for a compassionate Care Assistant to join their dedicated team. This full-time role involves providing high-quality care and support to residents, promoting their independence and dignity. Ideal candidates will have a caring personality and effective communication skills, with some experience in healthcare preferred but not essential. The company offers comprehensive training and a supportive work environment, ensuring that staff can thrive while making a positive impact on the lives of the elderly. If you have a genuine love for caring for older people, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Full induction training

Discounts at major high street retailers

Industry-recognised training

Free uniform

Comfortable staff rooms

Qualifications

• Experience in the healthcare sector is desirable but training will be provided.
• Qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level care and support to residents.
• Maintain hygiene and record observations accurately.
• Assist residents in maintaining independence.

Skills

Caring personality

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2

NVQ Level 3

Job description

At Willows Care Home in Romford, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Care Assistant to join our team.

This is a full-time permanent position, working 3 day shifts every week from 8.00am to 8.00pm (34.5 hours). You will also be required to work alternate weekends.

Purpose of Role:

As a Care Assistant, you will show warmth and support to the residents, helping to promote independence and dignity, and positively enhance the lives of the individuals in your care. If you have knowledge and experience of caring for elderly people, come from a caring background, and have a genuine love and understanding of older people, then this job could be for you.

Key Duties:

1. Provide a high level of care to our residents, ensuring their wellbeing.
2. Provide personal care, maintaining a high level of hygiene.
3. Accurately record observations in accordance with the resident’s conditions, inform the Senior Nurse on duty of any changes, and respond accordingly.
4. Support residents in maintaining their independence.
5. Identify and assist with residents’ needs.
6. Serve meals.
7. Assist residents as necessary.

Requirements:

1. Ideally, you will have some experience in the healthcare sector, although we will provide all necessary training.
2. Qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3 is desirable but not essential.
3. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
4. Flexibility and willingness to work shifts, including weekends.
5. Caring personality.
6. Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

In return, we offer:

1. Full induction training.
2. Discounts at major high street retailers.
3. Industry-recognised training (including NVQ Levels 2 & 3).
4. Free uniform.
5. Comfortable staff rooms.

Our philosophy is to create a secure, relaxed, happy, and homely atmosphere for residents and staff alike. We specialise in providing quality nursing and residential care for the elderly.

We are part of the Canford Healthcare group of homes.

If you would like to join our successful team, please select “apply now” and forward your CV.