Care Assistant (Older Adults) HCC624691

Hampshire County Council; Emsworth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured Employee Assistance

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for our Older Adults services in Emsworth. The role is on-site with weekend and bank holiday enhancements, delivering personal care and daily living support to residents.

You will provide night-time assistance when needed and focus on person-centred care, promoting independence and dignity. A compassionate, patient team player with strong communication will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Empathy and compassion toward residents.
• Clear and effective communication with residents, families and colleagues.
• Ability to work well in a team and adapt to changing needs.
• Problem-solving skills to handle unexpected situations.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living including personal care and safety.
• Provide night-time assistance while maintaining comfort and well-being.
• Deliver person-centred care and promote independence.
• Build supportive relationships with residents and families.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Communication

Team player

Problem-solving

Job description

Within our older adults’ homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Day and Night Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others.

What you’ll do:

Support daily living: Help with daily activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents.

Support at night: Help with activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents at night.

Provide person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident. Promote independence: Encourage residents to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence.

Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues.

What we’re looking for:

Experience working in social care isn’t essential to join us as a Care Assistant - you might be a school or college leaver looking to take your first step in a career in social care, considering a career change, or returning to work after a break. What’s more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care.

Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives.

Empathy and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support.

Respect and patience: Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs.

Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues.

Team player: Enjoy working closely with others to provide high-quality care.

Problem-solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively.

Why join us?

Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for.

Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community.

Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you’ll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector.

Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.

Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

This role involves some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Other job titles you may be searching for: Carer, General Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Care Assistant.

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Care Assistant (Older Adults) HCC624691

Company: Hampshire County Council Salary: £25,186 to £26,244 a year, pro rata Hours: Full-time Location: Emsworth Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent

Essential requirements

As per summary

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