Care Assistant - Days

Jasmine Healthcare; Ewerby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Ewerby seeks a full-time Care Assistant to support residents with daily living tasks and promote independence. Must be willing to pursue a Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification. The role offers a competitive hourly wage and numerous incentives, including pay rises and comprehensive training.

Benefits

Annual performance-related pay increases

28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

NEST Pension Scheme with 3% contribution

Bonusly Points for recognition

Fully funded training qualifications

Refer a friend incentive up to £1,000

Low-cost meals on shift

Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support

Qualifications

• Willing to study towards a Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification.
• A good reason or experience that has drawn them to care.
• Live within 30 minutes of the Home.

Responsibilities

• Provide high levels of care, supporting residents with daily living.
• Promote residents’ independence with a focus on choice, dignity, and respect.
• Complete Daily Charts to a high standard.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent people skills

A caring and nurturing attitude

Positive and enthusiastic outlook

Good time management skills

Good written and oral communication skills

Education

Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification (willing to study)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Care Assistant - Days

Salary: £13.10ph plus incentives

Hours: Full Time - 7am-7pm, 3-4 shifts per week (to include alternate weekends)

Location: Sleaford, NG34 9PL

Employer: St Andrew's Nursing and Care Home, owned by Jasmine Healthcare

• Are you looking for a care environment where you can thrive?
• Are you passionate about finding an employer where great work is both recognised and rewarded?
• Do you want to make a difference in the care sector?

What can Jasmine offer you? In line with its Mission, Jasmine prioritises our people and recognises that resident happiness depends on team engagement and wellbeing. Jasmine offers the following to those who perform this valuable role:

• Salary – top quartile market salaries
• Pay Rises – annual performance-related pay increases of up to 8% in addition to any cost-of-living increase
• Holiday – 28 days including Bank Holidays
• Pension – NEST Pension Scheme, with Jasmine contributing 3% of salary
• Bonusly Points – exchangeable for vouchers or cash via PayPal; earned by recognition from colleagues, training, attendance and positive contributions
• Training – all relevant qualifications fully funded; financial bonus up to £500 on progression
• Refer a friend incentive – up to £1,000
• Meals – low-cost meals on shift (£1 per course)
• Short Notice shift incentives
• Employee Assistance Programme – free counselling and well-being advice 24/7
• DBS check – Jasmine pays for this
• Uniform – provided as required

Note: Team Members under 21 will be paid £1.00 per hour less, which is above National Minimum Wage guidelines for this age group

A little about St Andrew's Nursing and Care Home

St Andrew’s is located in the village of Ewerby (5 miles east of Sleaford). The home is set around a historic vicarage, extended to provide modern living while maintaining character. The home provides personal care, including nursing and dementia care, for 42 residents.

Competencies for Care Assistant

• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent people skills
• A caring and nurturing attitude
• Positive and enthusiastic outlook
• Good time management skills
• Good written and oral communication skills

Day to Day Responsibilities for Care Assistant

• Provide high levels of care, supporting residents with daily living, including personal care such as washing, dressing and eating
• Promote residents’ independence with a focus on choice, dignity and respect, and support physical and emotional wellbeing
• Complete Daily Charts to a high standard, aiming for 90%+ in monthly audits
• Maintain 100% current status with mandatory training throughout the year

Essential Requirements for Care Assistant

• Willing to study towards a Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification
• A good reason or experience that has drawn them to care
• Live within 30 minutes of the Home

Preferred Requirements for Care Assistant

• One year's experience in a residential or nursing home
• Level 2 Health & Social Care or above

A little about Jasmine Healthcare

By prioritising our people, the mission is to provide the highest standards of care to as many elderly residents as possible. Our values inform recruitment decisions and are outlined on our website.

• Well over half the team have a relevant Diploma qualification with another fifth currently studying for one
• 4.8 star rating on Indeed as a top employer
• Good and Outstanding CQC inspection reports
• 9.7 rating on carehome.co.uk

As well as our mission, Jasmine emphasizes team values, which can be found on our website at jasminehealthcare.co.uk. Our recruitment decisions reflect these values.

Join us for a rewarding career where you'll be supported, recognised, and appreciated. Apply today and you’ll receive a response within one working day.