Care Assistant

HCPA; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established care provider in Watford is seeking a Care Assistant to provide quality care to residents. The role requires attending to personal needs, promoting dignity and independence, and assisting with daily living tasks. Ideal candidates should be 18 or older and willing to achieve a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care. This position offers competitive salaries and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Career development opportunities

First-class in-house training

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Company Pension Scheme

Free DBS check and uniform

Access to retail discounts

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 or over to apply.
• Experience in care is appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care by attending to residents' physical and personal needs.
• Promote residents' dignity, privacy, and independence.
• Assist with basic housekeeping tasks.
• Help with preparation and serving of meals.
• Participate in staff meetings and training.

Skills

Ability to work shifts

Willingness to be trained

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

About the Company

Courtland Lodge in Watford is looking for a Care Assistant to join their team.
Quantum Care is a not-for-profit company providing high-quality care services for over 2000 older people in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Essex. We need the right people to join us and provide the best possible care to our residents, offering support, maintaining dignity, and assisting them in enjoying everyday living in our Homes.

Why should I apply for this Care Assistant job?

• Competitive salaries with enhancements at weekends and Bank Holidays
• Career development opportunities and recognition of career milestones
• First-class in-house training provided from day one
• Free Employee Assistant Programme: Providing 24/7 assistance and support to help you balance work, family and life.
• Company Pension Scheme (after 1 year’s service)
• Free DBS check and uniform
• Access to retail discounts and offers
• Refer a friend scheme of £500 per referral

Care Professional Academy Rewards include:
• Hertfordshire-based Rewards
• Student Discount Packages
• Access to a Student Card - usually exclusive to university students!
• Care Professional Rewards: Discount codes, cashback and savings on over 800 UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Argos, Boots, Marks & Spencer, Tesco, John Lewis/Waitrose, Apple, Pizza Hut and many more.
• Discounts on travel, including bus ticket discounts, reduced servicing, and car leasing.

And a lot more...

Terms and Conditions apply to all benefits
This is a great opportunity to join a well-established, values-driven company that offers varied and rewarding work and opportunities for career progression. We welcome applications from a very diverse range of people who have the right to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship to candidates at this time.

What does this Care Assistant job involve?
Hours of Work:30 Hours Per Week - 07:00 - 14:00 / 14:00 - 21:00 + Some Weekend Work

• Provide quality care by attending to residents' physical and personal needs, including washing, dressing, bathing, toileting, and feeding.
• Promote residents' dignity, privacy, and independence, and respect their rights at all times.
• Assist with basic housekeeping tasks such as making beds, laundry, and maintaining cleanliness.
• Help with the preparation and serving of meals, adhering to hygiene regulations.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and development activities.
• Assist with the distribution of medication and contribute to the preparation and review of care plans.

Am I the right person for this Care Assistant job?

• The ability to work shifts (including weekends and evenings)
• You must be aged 18 or over to apply for this job
• A willingness to be trained and to achieve Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care