Care Assistant

Bo Asian Bistro; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking dedicated Care Assistants to join their team. In this rewarding role, you will provide person-centred care to adults with complex needs, helping them to achieve their personal goals and live fulfilling lives. With a commitment to professional development, this organization offers extensive training and career progression opportunities. You will work in a supportive environment that values fun, integrity, and teamwork, making a positive impact on the lives of those you care for. If you are passionate about making a difference and have a warm, compassionate approach, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid DBS check

Lifestyle and retail discounts

24/7 employee counselling and support

CPD Certificated programmes

FastPAYE access

Blue Light Card access

Company Shop membership

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and compassion in providing care.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living activities and promote independence.
• Provide personal care and assist with meal times.
• Maintain care records and support social activities.

Skills

Person-centred care

Effective communication

Compassion

Teamwork

Education

Care Certificate

Mandatory and statutory training

Tools

Care records management

Job description

Position: Care Assistant
Care Home: Eastlands
Location: Sutton-in-Ashfield (NG17 4BR)
Contract type: Full time and part time hours available
Shifts Available: Rota shifts (days and nights)
Rate: £11.94 per hour

About Exemplar Health Care:
We have over 20 years of experience providing exceptional specialist nursing care for adults living with complex and high acuity needs. We started our journey as a training company and have grown into one of the country’s leading providers of adult specialist care, with over 40 complex needs care homes in England.

Our vision is that adults living with complex needs can access outstanding specialist care and support, in a community-based home that’s close to their family and friends, focusing on their personal goals and outcomes. Our person-centred care maximizes independence, builds everyday living skills, and empowers people to live as fulfilled lives as possible.

Our mission is to make every day better for the people we support and our colleagues. We’re proud of the culture that we’ve created at Exemplar Health Care, which is underpinned by our vision, mission, and values.

About Eastlands:
Eastlands supports 20 adults living with complex mental health needs, physical disabilities, and dementia. The home has two ten-bed units, providing a homely and welcoming feel. One of the units is exclusively for those who identify as male and have complex mental health needs.

In 2021, Eastlands welcomed a new Manager who has embedded a positive culture in the home. The home has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 on carehome.co.uk.

About the Role:
Your role will involve supporting people with all aspects of their day-to-day living, which may include taking up new hobbies, meeting friends, getting involved in social activities, going to the gym, or looking their best!

Your day-to-day duties will include:

1. Providing personal care such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing, and occasionally assisting with meal times.
2. Promoting independence, dignity, respect, and choice across service users.
3. Supporting social and recreational activities; both in and out of the home individually or as part of a group.
4. Maintaining care records; recording observations, activities, and assessments.
5. Occasionally welcoming and training new members of your care team.

About You:
As a Care Assistant, you’ll provide person-centred care to support our service users to maximize their independence and live their best life.

- You will provide warmth, enthusiasm, and compassion when providing care.
- You will be expected to work within our staff values, being an effective communicator, and being passionate about your work.
- Most importantly, you are motivated by helping every individual, whether colleague or service user, to realize their full potential and be treated with dignity and respect.

About Your Career:
At Exemplar Health Care, we’re committed to investing in our colleagues. We recognize talent and promote from within. As a Care Assistant, there are many opportunities for continuing professional development and career progression if you wish.

We offer a range of in-house and external training programmes, including:

1. A bespoke induction including the Care Certificate.
2. Mandatory and statutory training (MAST) to refresh your skills.
3. Apprenticeships and higher apprenticeships including the Trainee Nursing Associate programme.
4. ABC of Caring training programme.

As a Health Care Assistant, you can progress into a range of roles including:

1. Nursing Associate.
2. Senior Health Care Assistant.
3. Central Services role.

About Your Benefits:
- Paid DBS check
- Lifestyle and retail discounts at over 250 high street retailers via our ELMS portal
- Award-winning 24/7 employee counselling and support service
- Exceptional development opportunities including CPD Certificated programmes
- FastPAYE – access your wage for additional hours worked before payday
- Blue Light Card access
- Company Shop membership
- Free uniform

About Our Values:
Our values underpin everything that we do and ensure that we continue to make every day better for our service users and colleagues. We look for these values in everyone who works with Exemplar Health Care:

1. Fun
2. Integrity
3. Responsive
4. Success
5. Teamwork

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging:
At Exemplar Health Care, you will work in an inclusive environment in which we champion diversity. We understand the importance of our workforce representing the communities and populations we serve. We provide a workplace where you are encouraged to be yourself whilst offering our colleagues and our service users support, care, and a place of belonging.

How to Apply:
*T&Cs apply, please note the advertised up to salary rate is the rate from the new financial year; if you join Exemplar before the 1st of the rate may be slightly lower.