Carer - Days

KYN; Bickley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

28 days annual leave

Complimentary meals during shifts

Induction and ongoing training

Company pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

KYN BICKLEY is seeking a caring and compassionate Carer to join our day-time team on a permanent basis at KYN Bickley. You will support residents with personal care, dignity and wellbeing, under the supervision of the Nurse and Household Care Lead.

The role offers an hourly rate of £13.11 for a 40.15-hour week, with benefits including 28 days leave, meals during shifts, and a supportive induction. You will be a brand ambassador for KYN values.

Qualifications

• Patient with tact and diplomacy in difficult situations
• Effective team player who builds professional, trusting relationships
• Excellent attention to detail and proactive problem anticipation
• Ability to resolve complaints and manage incidents compassionately

Responsibilities

• Support Nurse and Household Care Lead in delivering person-centred care
• Assist with personal care, washing, dressing and continence where needed
• Undertake minor medical duties (oral care, skin care, catheter care, end-of-life care)
• Ensure privacy, dignity and respect for residents at all times
• Create a nurturing environment where residents and families feel safe and supported
• Act as a brand ambassador demonstrating KYN values

Job description

Carer - Days – Permanent

£13.11 per hour, 40.15hours per week

KYN BICKLEY, Bickley Park Rd, Bromley BR1 2AZ

About KYN

KYN is a brand-new care home company focused on offering an elevated approach to care: Individualised journeys built around the needs and interests of our residents in beautiful surroundings with life-enriching practices.

Our first home, KYN BICKLEY, opened in February 2023. KYN BICKLEY is an 86-bedroom home offering each resident an elegant and comfortable bedroom, communal areas for dining and reclining; and inviting outdoor terraces overlooking landscaped gardens bordered by woodland. We have a further three care homes in development in London.

About the opportunity:

• Supporting the Nurse and Household Care Lead in delivering the highest standards of person-centred care to individuals living in a KYN residence whilst preserving their dignity, respect and wellbeing
• Understanding the personalised care plan for each resident in the designated household and taking responsibility for all aspects of care and assisting with personal care, washing, dressing and supporting continence needs appropriately
• Undertaking minor medical duties which may include oral care, skin care (application of topical creams), catheter care and end of life care
• Ensuring privacy, dignity and respect is always maintained for each resident
• Creating a nurturing environment where our residents and their family feel loved, happy, safe, and secure
• Acting as a brand ambassador who demonstrates and leads the KYN values

About you:

• You will be patient with the ability to deal with difficult situations with tact and diplomacy
• You will be an effective team player who builds professional and trusting relationships with every member of the team, ensuring they feel valued

• You will have excellent attention to detail and an ability to anticipate problems before they arise

• You will have the ability to resolve complaints, investigate and manage incidents effectively and efficiently

• You will be a compassionate, empathetic, kind, and caring individual

Our commitment to you:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Complimentary meals, hot drinks, and snacks throughout your shift
• Bespoke company induction and on-going training programmes at all levels
• Access to the best-in-class equipment and technology
• Custom-made uniforms provided
• Employee assistance programme and other attractive wellbeing benefits
• Discount schemes
• Company contributory pension scheme
• And much more……

To find out more about KYN, our teams and values please visit www.kyn.co.uk/careers

KYN is an equal opportunities employer.

To be considered for this role you will have to provide proof of right to work in the UK and consent to an enhanced DBS check.

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