Care Assistant

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the care sector is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to join their dedicated team. This full-time role involves providing essential support to elderly residents, promoting their independence and dignity. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality personal care, maintaining hygiene standards, and recording vital observations. The company values a homely atmosphere and offers comprehensive training and benefits, making it a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. If you possess a caring personality and effective communication skills, this role could be a perfect fit 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 preferred, training provided.
• Ability to maintain high hygiene standards and provide personal care.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of care ensuring residents' wellbeing.
• Record observations and inform Senior Nurse of any changes.

Skills

Caring personality

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Flexibility and willingness to work shifts

Education

NVQ Level 2

NVQ Level 3

Job description

About this role

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:

• Provide a high level of care to our residents, ensuring their wellbeing.
• Provide personal care, maintaining high hygiene standards.
• Accurately record observations according to the residents' conditions, inform the Senior Nurse of any changes, and respond accordingly.
• Support residents in maintaining their independence.
• Identify and assist with residents' needs.
• Serve meals.
• Assist residents as necessary.

Requirements:

• Ideally, some experience in the healthcare sector is preferred, but training will be provided.
• Qualified to NVQ Level 2 or 3 is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and willingness to work shifts, including weekends.
• Caring personality.
• Effective communication skills in English, both verbally and in writing.

In return, we offer:

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

Our philosophy is to create a secure, relaxed, happy, and homely atmosphere for residents and staff. We specialise in providing quality nursing and residential care for the elderly. We are part of the Canford Healthcare group of homes.

If interested, please select “apply now” and send us your CV.