Care Assistant – 24/7 Support (Days/Nights)

Greensleeves Care; Buckler's Park; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days paid holiday

Overtime Incentive scheme

Company pension scheme - employers' 6%

Death in Service 2x salary

Long service awards at 5/10/20/30/40/?

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) &

Refer a Friend up to £300

Free learning and development - RQF

Free DBS

Job summary

Greensleeves Care is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant (Days and Nights) to support residents in our 26 England-based homes. You will help with daily living, mobility, hygiene and personal care while upholding residents’ rights to privacy and dignity.

The role emphasizes confidentiality and compassionate, respectful care in a supportive team. The successful candidate will have a relevant care qualification (Desirable) and experience with elder care, with opportunities for free learning and

Qualifications

• An understanding of the needs of residents.
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality.
• QCF diploma in care level 2 or the equivalent (Desirable).
• Experience of providing care (Desirable).
• Experience of working with elders (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Give support and care to the residents whilst maintaining their rights to independence, privacy, dignity and choice and assist in their daily living.
• Assist residents who require help to dress/undress, wash, and bath and use the toilet.
• Assist residents with mobility problems and other physical disabilities including the use and care of aids and personal equipment.
• Assist residents who need help with personal hygiene e.g. incontinence.
• Promote and adhere to the Greensleeves Care -Workplace values of respect, openness and responsibility.

Skills

Understanding residents' needs

Confidentiality importance

Empathy

Education

Diploma in Care Level 2 (QCF) or equivalent

Job description

Greensleeves Care is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant (Days and Nights) to support residents in our 26 England-based homes. You will help with daily living, mobility, hygiene and personal care while upholding residents’ rights to privacy and dignity.

The role emphasizes confidentiality and compassionate, respectful care in a supportive team. The successful candidate will have a relevant care qualification (Desirable) and experience with elder care, with opportunities for free learning and