Care Assistant Care Assistant

Owen Mor Private Care Centre; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5.6 weeks holiday

Free on-site parking

Loyalty Bonus

Weekend rates

Work attire provided

Job summary

Owen Mor Private Care Centre in the United Kingdom is hiring a Care Assistant for full-time or part-time work. The role involves providing care under the guidance of trained staff, promoting residents' well-being, and creating a stimulating environment. Essential qualities include compassion, good communication, and interpersonal skills. Benefits include 5.6 weeks of holiday, free onsite parking, and a loyalty bonus. Training is provided for those new to the field.

Qualifications

• Experience of caring for elderly people is desirable but not essential as training provided.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients/residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for residents under guidance of Home Manager and trained Nursing Staff.
• Assist in promoting independence and social engagement.
• Maintain accurate records including food and fluid intake.

Skills

Oral communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate and caring attitude

Understanding of dementia issues

Job description

Care Assistant

Full Time / Part Time

Desirable Criteria

Experience of caring for elderly people in a formal setting is desirable, but not essential as training will be provided.

You should have good oral communication skills and be able to communicate with patients/residents, colleagues at all levels of seniority, and families/visitors.

You should have good interpersonal skills, empathise, maintain professionalism, display patience and politeness.

The Role of the Care Assistant

To provide care for our residents/patients under the guidance and supervision of the Home Manager and trained Nursing Staff, and to promote positive holistic physical, psychological and social well‑being.

Assist and promote well‑being, independence and social engagement.

Create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional care and support for our residents.

About You

• Compassionate, caring and motivated.
• Understanding of concerns and issues regarding the care of those with dementia or mental health disorders.

General Responsibilities

• Achieve and maintain registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council.
• Be aware of mandatory training, EVO Learning schedules, and participate actively in training sessions, especially those required by RQIA and NISCC.
• Maintain accurate records, including completion of food and fluid intake charts and other daily monitoring records as directed.
• Demonstrate a positive, enthusiastic, committed and flexible attitude towards patients/residents and other staff members, recognising the importance and benefits of respect and effective team working.
• Work agreed shift patterns including 12‑hour shifts days/nights, weekends and public holidays.

Benefits

• 5.6 weeks holiday per annum, including Bank Holidays.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Loyalty Bonus.
• Weekend rates.
• Work attire, excepting footwear.

Additional Information

East Eden Ltd is committed to the development and implementation of systems under Clinical and Social Care Governance to ensure continuous improvement in the quality of services provided. The post‑holder will be expected to cooperate and work with such systems.

Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.