Care & Support Assistant

Care South; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in social care is seeking compassionate Care & Support Assistants to join their friendly team at a residential home in Poole. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents by providing personal care and companionship while encouraging their independence. With full training provided, this is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to start a rewarding career in care. The organization values its staff and offers various benefits, including discounts and recognition schemes. If you have a passion for helping others and want to be part of a caring community, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Blue Light Shopping Discount Card

Reward and Recognition Schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Industry Based Qualifications

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to positively impact residents' lives.
• Compassionate and understanding nature is essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify residents' needs and deliver person-centred care.
• Support residents' independence and provide companionship.
• Work in a team to create a welcoming atmosphere.

Skills

Compassion

Understanding of others

Person-centred care

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

Care & Support Assistant

Dorset House Residential Home - BH15 4HL

Pay rate: £12.50 to £12.75 per hour

Hours: Full time & Part Time (including alternate weekends)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Care & Support Assistant to join the team at Dorset House, our caring and friendly residential care home near to Upton Country Park and Poole Quay. Located in Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset.

As a not-for-profit charity within Social Care, we focus on the reward and recognition of all our people. Our benefits include:

• Blue Light Shopping Discount Card
• Reward and Recognition Schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Industry Based Qualifications

What you will be doing:

• Identifying the needs & abilities of our residents and delivering excellent person-centred care.
• Supporting & encouraging our residents to remain as independent as possible.
• Providing elements of personal care including washing & dressing where needed.
• Building relationships and providing companionship - getting to know our residents!
• Working in a team to create a co-operative, friendly and welcoming atmosphere in the home.

Who we are looking for:

We want you to have a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents. You'll need to be naturally compassionate and understanding of others.

Previous care experience is not essential. A full induction and training programme will be provided to support you.

If this sounds like you then we would love for you to join the team!

You need to be over 18 years of age to apply for this position.

Please note: We do not offer Visa Sponsorship.

PEOPLE | PASSION | PURPOSE

Care South are one of the top 20 rated Care Home Groups in the UK based on published reviews from residents and their family and friends at carehome.co.uk.

As a not-for-profit charity, our HEART values are key to us providing outstanding care. For more information about us, our values and benefits, please visit our website: http://www.care-south.co.uk/about-us.

For any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01202 712448.