Care Assistant - Bank

Bupa; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working patterns

Fully paid induction

Free meal on every shift

DBS Check and Uniform provided

Gym/fitness discounts

Job summary

Bupa is seeking a Care Assistant (Bank) at St Mark's Care Home in Maidenhead. You will provide person-centred care to residents, supporting independence and choice within a team committed to high standards of care.

The role involves companionship, personal care, nutrition support and facilitating activities, with an emphasis on accurate care planning and regulatory compliance. Bank shifts offer flexible patterns and comprehensive induction.

Qualifications

• Motivation and positivity to support residents.
• Excellent communication with residents, families and team.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with companionship and personal care.
• Observe and report changes in residents' behaviour and needs.
• Support nutrition and hydration per care plan.
• Provide social and recreational activities for residents.
• Maintain accurate care plans in line with regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independent working

Education

Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Job Description:

Care Assistant (Bank) St Mark's Care Home - 110 St Mark's Rd, Maidenhead SL6 6DN Carehome.co.uk rating: 9.6 / 10 Salary £13.10 - £14.10 per hour depending on experience Bank contract

We make health happen At Bupa, our purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives and make a better world. As a Care Assistant, you'll be at the heart of this, providing person-centred care that supports independence and honours choice. You'll be part of a team dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care, ensuring our residents live a life they truly love. Our values of being Brave, Caring, and Responsible guide everything we do, and we strive to create the most inclusive and supportive workplace for our people.

Key Responsibilities

• Support residents with a wide range of differing requirements from companionship to personal care.


• Observe and manage residents' behaviour with care and ensure to document and report any changes in accordance with the required legislation.


• Support residents' nutrition and hydration needs, encouraging and assisting them to eat and drink according to their care plan.


• Provide essential physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, both in groups and individually.


• Maintain accurate care plans in line with regulatory & legal requirements.

What we're looking for:

Motivation, positivity, and great interpersonal skills. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable:

Previous experience in a care home environment or a Health and Social Care qualification.

Benefits

• Flexible working patterns to fit around you


• Comprehensive induction (fully paid)


• Free meal on every shift


• DBS Check and Uniform provided and paid for by Bupa


• Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK

We encourage all of our people to “Be you at Bupa”, we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That’s why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. We’ll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them.

Time Type: Full time Job Area: Locations: St Marks (Maidenhead) Be at the heart of helping people live longer healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We employ more than 80,000 people globally who are making this a reality. If you've got the belief, the drive and the talent to help us in our ambition then we’d like to hear from you. Wherever you work, one thing stands out about Bupa people. Our customers are our passion – they’re at the heart of our positively different culture of care. At Bupa you’ll be challenged, you’ll be encouraged to innovate, and collaborate with colleagues who are committed to delivering exceptional experiences. We trust, respect and consider everyone, knowing your difference will make the difference.