CARE ASSISTANT/SENIOR CARE ASSISTANTS

Skycare; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Day/Night shifts

28 days annual leave

Enhanced training

Free uniforms

Four-week rota

Company pension

Employee discounts

Free parking

Refer a carer programme

Store discount

Friendly environment

Job summary

SkyCare is seeking Care Assistants / Senior HCA with NVQ2/3 to provide high-quality care in our residential facility. The role requires 1-2 years of relevant experience and the right to work in the UK. Candidates should be able to work full-time (33-44 hours/week) and commit to face-to-face interviews.

Salary starts at £12.82 per hour, with a caring, compassionate approach as a core requirement. DBS checks and references will be arranged as part of the hiring process.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a care role, with dementia/nursing home exposure desirable.
• Care Certificate or equivalent desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Cheerful, compassionate, respectful and caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living assistance to patients.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities to support recovery.
• Monitor and report changes to nursing staff.
• Support a safe, dignified and compassionate environment.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to implement care plans.
• Recognize signs of distress and respond to crises.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Empathy

Education

Care Certificate

Job description

Care Assistants /Senior HCA with NVQ2 &3

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the Uk and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role and able to work full-time 33-44 hours per week.

The Nursing home offers a range of specialist care for residents, ranging from Alzeimer's and Parkinsons care to care for stroke victims.

Successful applicants, will have 1-2 years experience preferably in a similar role.

Salary: starting at£12.82 per hour

No sponsorship provided!

FACE-TO-FACE INTERVIEWS

Work Environment

This position is crucial in the healthcare system, as Mental Health Care Assistants play a vital role in helping individuals manage their mental health conditions and improve their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Provide personal care and support to patients, including assistance with daily living activities such as eating, bathing, and dressing.
• Therapeutic Engagement: Engage with patients in therapeutic activities to promote recovery and alleviate distress. This includes identifying factors that may increase agitation and employing de-escalation techniques when necessary.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Observe and document patients' conditions, including any changes in behavior or mood, and report these to the nursing staff.
• Supportive Environment: Create a safe and compassionate environment for patients, ensuring their dignity and privacy are respected at all times.
• Collaboration: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, psychiatrists, and social workers, to implement care plans and support patients effectively.
• Crisis Intervention: Recognize signs of distress or crisis in patients and respond appropriately to ensure their safety and well-being.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience in a care role,experience with dementia, brain injury and nursing home is desirable
• Certifications: Holding a Care Certificate or equivalent is typically desirable.
• Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Cheerful, compassionate, respectful, and caring approach, and have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults and the desire to make a positive contribution to the lives of others.
• Ability to work on own initiative

Benefits of joining our team, we offer:

• Permanent contract
• Day Night shifts available
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of statuary bank holidays)
• Enhanced training
• Free uniforms that are specially made from breathable material.
• Set shift patterns. four-week rolling rota
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Refer a carer programme
• Store discount
• A friendly and supportive working environment

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.

Full training will be provided, face to face and online

We will require a DBS check which we can assist with this and 2 satisfactory references

At SkyCare we offer unrivaled residential and dementia care in luxury homes. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and make a real difference to our residents lives. Our team is one of our biggest assets. We cultivate a supportive environment for our people, with tailored training and career development at all levels.