Care Assistant (Bristol)

St Monica Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished care provider in Bristol is seeking a Care Assistant to deliver person-centred care in a care home setting. The role involves providing holistic care and support to residents, assisting with their daily needs, and collaborating with the care team. Ideal candidates should hold a Level 2 in Care and have a compassionate attitude towards elderly care. This position offers competitive pay and the opportunity to make a real difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide effective personal care with dignity.
• Confident with using IT applications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver day-to-day holistic care for residents.
• Assist with nutrition and food choices.
• Maintain accurate records relating to care.

Skills

Effective personal care

Understanding of dementia

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 in Care (or equivalent)

GCSE including maths and English

Tools

Basic IT (Word/Email)

Job description

The purpose of the Care Assistant role is to deliver person-centred care, meeting our care home residents' physical, emotional, social, nutritional, cultural, and spiritual needs. This role contributes to a holistic service that promotes the individual's dignity and independence and works within the regulatory and legislative frameworks.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivery of day-to-day holistic care for residents, meeting their unique needs, including personal care, assisting with mobility needs, medications, infection control, and supporting residents with dementia and end-of-life care.
• Working with volunteers, the Wellbeing Coordinator, and therapy teams to provide and encourage meaningful activities.
• Building relationships with a range of stakeholders, including a key worker relationship with named residents.
• Assisting with nutrition and food choices, serving drinks, and helping with eating/drinking.
• Maintaining accurate records relating to care and regulatory needs.
• Contributing to handovers, team meetings, and supervisions.

Requirements:

• Level 2 in Care (or equivalent qualification or experience) for Senior Care Assistants.
• Ability to provide effective personal care with dignity.
• Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) level, including maths and English.
• Confident with using IT and having a basic understanding of Word/Email.
• Awareness of older people's needs and some understanding of dementia.

Desirable qualifications and experience:

• Level 2 in Care (or equivalent qualification or experience).
• Level 3 in Care (or willingness to work towards it) for Senior Care Assistants.
• Experience of working with older people, those with a disability, and/or dementia.
• Experience of working in a nursing home/hospital/sheltered housing/social care setting.
• Knowledge of basic first aid, manual handling, and food and hygiene practices.

Working conditions:

38 hours per week, including alternate weekends, with a basic pay of £12.97 per hour, plus enhancements for night and weekend working.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and any criminal conviction, including spent convictions, must be disclosed at the time of application.