Care Assistant (Nights)

The Salvation Army; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home in Weston-super-Mare is seeking Care Assistants who are compassionate and empathetic towards older residents. With a Christian ethos, you will be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional care and supporting residents' quality of life in a loving environment. Opportunities for training and personal development are provided.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Free training

Employee assistance program

Long-service recognition pay

Access to discounts with insurance and banking partners

Qualifications

• Experience in social care roles or equivalent.
• Ability to treat residents with dignity and respect.

Responsibilities

• Caring for older residents, including those with dementia.
• Promoting a warm, supportive environment.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Job description

Working hours: 30 hours per week

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Additional Salary information: 10% night work allowance

Do you want to work in a Care Home with a difference? We are a 40-bed residential care home in Weston-super-Mare for older people, including those with dementia.

Whether you are a Christian or want to work within our Christian ethos, this could be the job for you. We are seeking Care Assistants who demonstrate compassion and empathy in caring for older people, whether through previous social care roles or other experiences.

We value our employees and offer:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Free training
• Access to an employee assistance program for you and your immediate family
• Long-service recognition pay

Additionally, staff can access discounts with our insurance and banking partners.

Our Older People’s Service is “Rooted in Love”, embodying values of Integrity, Compassion, Passion, Respect, Boldness, and Accountability. We care for 35 older residents, some with dementia, promoting a warm, supportive environment where residents and families are active participants in care decisions.

Everyday is different! Nikki Thompson, Assistant Director, shares her experience: ‘I started my career with The Salvation Army as a Care Assistant. Over 20 years, I have progressed through various roles to become Assistant Director, driven by the care and passion our service shows. It is truly Rooted in Love.'

We believe every resident should enjoy the highest quality of life, surrounded by love, friendship, and support within a Christian environment. Our Care Assistants are vital in achieving this.

Can you demonstrate how you would treat our residents with dignity and respect? If you share our values, you will receive ongoing training and development support.