Care Assistant

Quantum Care; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Uniform provided

Pension scheme after 1 year

Job summary

Quantum Care is seeking a Care Assistant to join Anson Court in Welwyn Garden City. The role focuses on compassionate, person-centered care, helping residents maintain independence and dignity, and supporting daily activities in a 75-bed home.

No prior care experience is required as comprehensive induction training is provided; we welcome empathetic individuals with good communication skills and a positive attitude, able to work shifts including weekends and Bank Holidays.

Qualifications

• Empathy and caring attitude toward residents.
• Clear communication with residents, families and colleagues.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow care plans.
• Willingness to undertake induction training and ongoing development.
• Ability to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with washing, dressing, grooming and meals.
• Assist residents with daily activities to promote independence.
• Build positive relationships with residents and families.
• Follow individual care plans and protocols.
• Work as part of a team to deliver high-quality person-centered care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Flexibility

Job description

Care Assistant

Contract: Full Time or Part Time - Perm

Hour: 20-35 hours per week

Pay: £12.96 per hour weekdays & £13.96 per hour weekends

Shift Times: 7.30am to 2.30pm/2.30pm to 9.30pm - Weekdays and alternative Weekends

Location: Anson Court, Shackleton Way, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 2FF

Quantum Care is a noforprofit organisation supporting over 2,000 older people across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Essex. Our mission is simple: to help our residents live well, with dignity, comfort and joy. To do that, we need people who care as much as we do and Make Every Day Matter.

We are seeking a Care Assistant to join our welcoming Care Home Anson Court based in Welwyn Garden City. Anson Court is a 75 bed residential care home which is welcoming, values driven based team where collaboration, compassion, respect and person-centred care is at the heart of everything they do.

As a Care Assistant, you will provide compassionate person-cantered care and support residents with respect and dignity to maintain independence.

What You'll Bring

• It is not necessary to have previous experience of working in a similar care environment because, as long as you are an empathetic individual who has a positive attitude and good communication skills, our first-class training will do the rest.


• You will be able to undertake all aspects of caring for older people with compassion and respect in order to meet the physical, emotional and social needs of our residents.


• Our staff have access to first class induction training and ongoing learning and development opportunities including the opportunity to work towards industry recognised qualifications.


• Our Homes operate on a 24/7, 365-day basis therefore you will need to be able to work shifts (including weekends, evenings and Bank Holidays).


• You must be aged 18 years or over to apply for this job.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Providing personal care and support, including assistance with washing, dressing, grooming and toileting, as well as assisting with meals, hydration and nutritional care.


• Assisting residents with daily activities promoting independence


• Building positive and professional relationships with residents, families and colleagues


• Follow individual personalised care plans


• Working as a part of a team to deliver high quality of person- centred care

Why Join Quantum Care?

We value our teams and invest in their wellbeing, growth and success. In return for your dedication, you'll receive:

• Competitive salary with enhanced pay on weekends and Bank Holidays


• Clear career development pathways and recognition of milestones


• Firstclass inhouse training from day one


• Free Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support


• Company pension scheme (after 1 year of service)


• Free DBS check and uniform


• Access to retail discounts and exclusive offers


• A supportive, valuesdriven workplace where your contribution truly matters

Terms and Conditions apply to all benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a wellestablished organisation offering rewarding work, a strong sense of purpose and real opportunities for progression. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who have the right to work in the UK. Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

An Overseas Police Check/ Certificate of Good Conduct may be required if you have lived or worked