Care Assistant - Bank

Glenholme Healthcare Group; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Blackpool is seeking a Care Assistant for a bank position. The role involves delivering person-centred care, especially for residents living with dementia. Candidates should be empathetic, possess good communication skills, and have a willingness to learn. Flexible shifts are required. Full training is provided, and an Enhanced DBS check is necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience in dementia care is desirable, but not essential.
• A caring, empathetic, and friendly personality is required.
• Good communication and teamwork skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality person-centred care to individuals.
• Support daily living tasks including personal care, meals, and medication.
• Engage residents in activities that enrich their quality of life.

Skills

Experience in dementia care

Caring and empathetic personality

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Willingness to learn

Flexibility to work varied shifts

Job description

Overview

Care Assistant – Bank position in Blackpool, Bispham Gardens. Location: Glenholme Bispham, Blackpool, FY2 0FN. Salary: £12.30 per hour – final rate discussed at interview. Contract Type: Bank. Day and Night shift available.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality person-centred care to individuals, especially those living with dementia
• Supporting daily living tasks including personal care, meals, and medication
• Engaging residents in activities that enrich their quality of life
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Monitoring and reporting changes in residents’ wellbeing
• Collaborating with family members and healthcare professionals

What You’ll Need

• Experience in dementia care is desirable, but not essential – full training provided
• A caring, empathetic, and friendly personality
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A willingness to learn and grow professionally
• Flexibility to work varied shifts based on service needs
• This is a Bank position to provide flexible cover for absences; working hours and days will vary
• This role requires an Enhanced DBS check

About Bispham Gardens

Glenholme Bispham Gardens is located in a peaceful residential area in Blackpool. Our home provides care for mature and older people with varying needs, including dementia, nursing and end-of-life support. We are a 52-bed care home with an additional 24-room expansion opened in 2021. You’ll be part of a compassionate, experienced team who always put residents first.

About Glenholme

Glenholme Healthcare believes in promoting dignity, equality, diversity, and respect for our residents, their families, and every member of our team.

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