Care Assistant NOR

ARC (Norwich) Ltd; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A care services company is seeking a Care Assistant in Norwich. You will provide personal and social care to residents, uphold safeguarding responsibilities, and follow care plans. Ideal candidates will have UK experience and possess excellent communication skills. Benefits include paid annual leave, weekly pay, and access to free training.

Benefits

Paid annual leave

Free uniform

Pension scheme

Access to free annual online training

Qualifications

• Experience as a care assistant in the UK is essential.
• Familiarity with using a hoist is ideal.
• Transport is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Follow care plans and maintain a safe environment.
• Support personal hygiene and provide companionship.
• Act as a keyworker for residents.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Resilient

Job description

Job Title: Care Assistant

Job Type: Temporary - On going

Location: Norwich, Norfolk

Days and hours of work: Varies (day and night shifts available)

Start Date: ASAP

Salary/ Hourly rate: £13.50ph+ (Bank holidays paid at an enhanced rate)

Pay Scheme: PAYE

We are recruiting for dedicated and committed Care Assistants to work in Norwich to work alongside our fantastic clients. As a Care Assistant, you will provide personal and social care to residents in a way that respects their dignity and promotes well-being and independence. You will help maintain an atmosphere and practice of care and concern for the individual. Must hold a UK driving licence and have access to own vehicle

THE ROLE

• To follow instructions and care plans at individual settings
• Treat Service Users with respect at all times
• Support individuals with their personal hygiene and appearance
• Maintain a safe environment for staff and Service Users
• Act as a keyworker for a group of residents and support admissions
• Participate in developing and reviewing individual care plans, including those for residents with dementia
• Provide personal and social care in line with care plans, enhancing residents’ physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, infection control, and health & safety practices.
• Providing companionship to service users, communicating effectively with them
• Protecting the confidentiality of all Service Users and Clients
• To recognise signs of abuse and immediately report through the necessary channels.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE

• Ideally experienced using a hoist
• UK experience as a care assistant is essential
• Must be reliable
• Must be resilient and compassionate
• Excellent communication skills
• Transport Desirable
• Online DBS Desirable but not essential

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC

• Free uniform.
• Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
• Weekly pay – with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee
• Pension scheme
• Access to Free annual online training.