Day Care Assistant

Ad Warrior Ltd; Arundel; Presencial; GBP 18 000 - 22 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Weekend/Bank holidays premium

Sick pay

Paid breaks

Healthcare benefits

Cycle to Work

DBS checks paid

Uniforms provided

Career development

Paid induction

Pension contributions

Refer-a-friend

Resumo da oferta

Ad Warrior Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Day Care Assistant for night shifts at our Littlehampton home. You will deliver high-quality, person-centred care to residents, ensuring dignity, empathy, and respect while maintaining a safe night-time environment.

As part of the night team, you will monitor residents, respond to calls, assist with personal and continence care, and document changes for the day staff. This role requires compassion, reliability, and adherence to care plans and safeguarding

Responsabilidades

• Assist residents with night-time routines, including preparing for bed and morning wake-up support.
• Provide personal care as required, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
• Carry out regular checks on residents throughout the night, responding to any needs promptly.
• Administer appropriate support with continence care, following care plans and protocols.
• Monitor and record any changes in residents’ conditions and report to senior staff.
• Respond promptly and efficiently to call bells and resident needs.
• Assist in repositioning residents as needed to prevent discomfort and pressure sores.
• Maintain a calm and reassuring presence, providing emotional support when required.
• Ensure the home remains clean, tidy, and hazard-free throughout the night.
• Comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Be aware of and adhere to the Emergency Plan and Fire Procedures.
• Complete all required documentation and handover reports for the day staff.
• Follow care plan updates, system communications, and instructions from senior staff.
• Undertake all mandatory training and any additional training as required for professional development.
• Always uphold residents’ confidentiality and the organisation’s policies.

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Day Care Assistant

Location: Littlehampton

Salary: From £13.67 - £16.12 per hour

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 36 Hours per week

Salary Details:

• New to Care: £13.67 per hour on weekdays, £14.67 on weekends, and £15.67 for overtime (non-medication trained).
• Care Assistant with less than 18 months experience: £13.79 per hour on weekdays, £14.79 on weekends, and £15.79 for overtime (Medication trained).
• Care Assistant with more than 18 months experience: £13.90 per hour on weekdays, £14.90 on weekends, and £15.90 for overtime (Medication trained).
• Care Assistant with NVQ Level Two: £14.02 per hour on weekdays, £15.02 on weekends, and £16.02 for overtime.
• Care Assistant studying or with an NVQ Level Three: £14.12 per hour on weekdays, £15.12 on weekends, and £16.12 for overtime.

The Role

We are a well-regarded residential home based in Littlehampton, currently seeking a reliable and compassionate Day Care Assistant to join our dedicated team.

As a Day Care Assistant, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred care to the residents, ensuring their individual needs are met with dignity, empathy, and respect. You will play a vital role in promoting a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment throughout the night. The care team is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those they support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with night-time routines, including preparing for bed and morning wake-up support.
• Provide personal care as required, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
• Carry out regular checks on residents throughout the night, responding to any needs promptly.
• Administer appropriate support with continence care, following care plans and protocols.
• Monitor and record any changes in residents’ conditions and report to senior staff.
• Respond promptly and efficiently to call bells and resident needs.
• Assist in repositioning residents as needed to prevent discomfort and pressure sores.
• Maintain a calm and reassuring presence, providing emotional support when required.
• Ensure the home remains clean, tidy, and hazard-free throughout the night.
• Comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Be aware of and adhere to the Emergency Plan and Fire Procedures.
• Complete all required documentation and handover reports for the day staff.
• Follow care plan updates, system communications, and instructions from senior staff.
• Undertake all mandatory training and any additional training as required for professional development.
• Always uphold residents’ confidentiality and the organisation’s policies.

Benefits

• Enhanced rates of pay for working weekends, Bank Holidays, and overtime
• Sick pay benefit scheme
• Paid breaks
• Healthcare benefits
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Home & Electronics Scheme
• Paid DBS checks
• Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
• Uniforms provided
• Performance bonuses
• Paid induction and training time
• On-the-job development
• Support with the Care Certificate
• Supervision and appraisal meetings.
• Qualifications sponsorship and support
• Career pathways
• Pension contributions
• Long service award
• Refer-a-friend scheme

This position is NOT open for transfer or sponsorship.