Care Assistant - Twilight

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Bonnyrigg; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Being a Care Assistant, you will be passionate about delivering first class care and show patience, kindness and understanding towards our residents. Assisting with washing, dressing and maintaining hygiene is a key part of the role, while you also provide emotional support by getting to know residents personally.

This role suits someone who is caring, friendly and empathetic. You will relate to people from diverse backgrounds and ensure our residents never lose their dignity or individuality.

Qualifications

• Care experience and genuine desire to support residents.
• Desirable NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (Adults).
• Willingness to undertake training to achieve NVQ Level 2.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with washing, dressing and maintaining hygiene.
• Provide emotional support by getting to know residents personally.
• Support residents with dignity and personalised care.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication skills

Resilience

Education

S/NVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care (Adults)

Willingness to undertake NVQ Level 2 training

Job description

Being a Care Assistant, you will be passionate about delivering first class care and show patience, kindness and understanding towards our residents. Assisting residents with immediate needs such as washing, dressing, and maintaining their hygiene is a key part in the role however, the role will also involve getting to know the residents personally and providing them with emotional support.

This role would suit someone who is caring, friendly and empathetic. You will need to be able to relate to people from variety of different backgrounds and make sure our residents never lose their dignity or sense of individuality. You will have the ability to work well as part of a team and have good communication skills.

It is desirable for you to have a S/NVQ level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care (Adults) or be willing to undertake training to achieve an S/NVQ Level 2 qualification.