Compassionate Care Assistant (42h/wk, Days/Nights)

Nurse Seekers Ltd; Totnes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Nurse Seekers Ltd in Totnes, Devon, is recruiting two dedicated Care Assistants for a care home. Both full-time roles offer 42 hours per week and a salary of £28,173.60 per annum, with day shifts (8am–8pm) or night shifts (8pm–8am).

As part of a warm, supportive team you will help residents with personal care, meals, activities and mobility, while promoting dignity, independence and choice in a home-from-home environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care setting is preferred but not essential
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is desirable
• A compassionate, caring and patient nature
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable and committed approach to work
• A genuine passion for supporting older people and improving their quality of life
• Ability to work either day or night shifts depending on the position
• Professional, respectful and person-centred approach to care
• Ability to build strong and trusting relationships with residents

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care to residents
• Support residents with personal care, mobility and daily routines
• Assist residents with washing, dressing and maintaining personal hygiene
• Support with meals, refreshments and hydration
• Encourage residents to maintain their independence wherever possible
• Support residents to participate in activities and social interaction
• Maintain residents' comfort, dignity, privacy and wellbeing
• Respond promptly and compassionately to residents' needs and requests
• Maintain accurate care records and documentation
• Follow individual care plans and ensure residents' needs are met
• Promote a safe, comfortable and supportive environment
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and the wider care team
• Build positive and respectful relationships with residents and their families
• Report any changes in residents' health or wellbeing to the appropriate senior team member
• Follow all relevant care policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements

Skills

Compassionate nature

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Nurse Seekers Ltd in Totnes, Devon, is recruiting two dedicated Care Assistants for a care home. Both full-time roles offer 42 hours per week and a salary of £28,173.60 per annum, with day shifts (8am–8pm) or night shifts (8pm–8am).

As part of a warm, supportive team you will help residents with personal care, meals, activities and mobility, while promoting dignity, independence and choice in a home-from-home environment.