Care Assistant

TipTopJob; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Induction and paid training

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Recognition schemes

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Refer a friend scheme

Enhanced DBS costs

Years of service rewards

Job summary

TipTopJob in Weymouth, UK is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join an exceptional nursing home providing general and dementia care. You will support residents with daily living tasks and companionship in a caring, professional team.

The role is full-time (36 hours) on mixed shifts with enhanced DBS costs, training, pension and progression opportunities. NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care required; references ID 4116.

Qualifications

• Be an essential part of the team, promoting wellbeing and providing high quality care to residents.
• Assist with daily tasks and personal care, companionship and days out.
• Encourage independence and support daily routines for residents.

Responsibilities

• Promote residents' wellbeing and provide high-quality care.
• Assist with personal care and daily activities for residents.
• Support independence and accompany residents on activities.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication

Team player

Patient care

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

A fantastic job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Support Worker to work in an exceptional nursing home based in the Weymouth, Dorset area. You will be working for one of UKs leading health care provider

This nursing home specialises in general and dementia nursing, residential and respite care for the elderly. The home is currently rated as Good by CQC

To be considered for this position you must have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

As a Support Worker Your Key Duties Include

• Be an essential part of the team, promoting the well:being and providing the highest quality of care to residents
• Assist with daily tasks, inclusive of all personal care assistance from supporting with personal hygiene, through to days out and companionship
• Encourage independence, well:being and supporting vulnerable individuals with their daily routines and activities
• Ensure accurate record keeping at all times

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Have a genuine desire to care for others
• A good team player
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

The successful Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of GBP13.45 per hour and the annual salary is GBP25,178.40 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 36 hours a week working on mixed shifts (Weekdays/Weekends). In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
• Enhanced rates for bank holidays
• Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and companys Care Awards)
• Paid breaks
• Uniform provided
• Refer a friend scheme
• Costs for an enhanced DBS
• Rewards for years of service

Reference ID: 4116