Care Assistant- weekend working

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing exceptional person-centred care for older individuals. As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for residents at Belong Newcastle under Lyme. This position offers a chance to work with a supportive team, ensuring that each individual receives the care and attention they deserve. With opportunities for growth and development, you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying competitive pay and a range of employee benefits. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Free DBS Check

Paid Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid Induction

Occupational Health Support

Colleague Recognition Events

Subsidised Meals at Village Bistro

Qualifications

• Experience in providing personal care and support to older people.
• Minimum qualifications include a Care Certificate or Level 2 NVQ.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and medication management for residents.
• Assist with cooking and daily activities while updating care plans.

Skills

Personal Care

Medication Management

Cooking

Care Planning

Education

Care Certificate

Level 2 NVQ

Job description

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Client:

Belong

Location:

Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.60 per hour

Expected hours: 13.5 per week

Belong is an innovative not-for-profit provider of person-centred care for older people, specialising in dementia care. As we enter a period of growth and expansion, there has never been a better time to join us! We have an exciting opportunity to join our team in Belong Newcastle under Lyme.

We are looking for experienced colleagues to join us at the weekends!

What you will be doing…

You’ll be working in one of our households with a warm, friendly team as a Care Assistant. Working in Belong Newcastle under Lyme, you can make a real impact on the lives of older people by providing excellent person-centred care to help them live independently.

Must be available to attend an initial 4-day induction during the week. The induction will be held over 2 weeks with 2 full days each week.

A minimum of a care certificate or a Level 2 NVQ is required for this role.

You will carry out duties including:

• Personal care
• Medication management
• Cooking
• Activities
• Updating care plans with day-to-day details

In return, you will receive:

• Competitive salary: £12.00 p/h
• Free DBS check*
• Paid Blue Light Card
• Access to an Early Pay Release Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid Induction
• Occupational Health support
• Comprehensive induction and training
• Opportunities for development and career progression
• Colleague recognition events
• Extensive PPE for staff
• Enhanced Colleague Referral Scheme
• Subsidised meals, tea, and coffee at the Village Bistro

We welcome applications from eligible applicants; however, we cannot sponsor overseas staff.

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