Day Care Assistant — Flexible Hours & Training

MHA; Rushden; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Free DBS checks and uniform

Confidential counselling and chaplain"

Hardship fund access

Flexible annual leave options

Blue Light Card discounts

Vivup app discounts

Induction and ongoing training

Long service awards

Critical Illness Insurance and lifeAss

Job summary

Rushden Park care home in Rushden is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for day shifts to support residents with personal and social care. The role emphasizes dignity, wellbeing, and independence, aligned with MHA values of respect and concern for individuals.

You will act as a keyworker for groups of residents, contribute to care plans (including dementia care), and uphold safeguarding and infection control.

Qualifications

• Respect and sensitivity for older people.
• Willingness to be trained (Level 1 or 2 in social care encouraged).
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Caring nature with patience and empathy.
• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work across a rota, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Act as a keyworker for a group of residents and support admissions.
• Participate in developing and reviewing individual care plans, including dementia care.
• Provide personal and social care in line with care plans, enhancing residents' wellbeing.
• Uphold safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety practices.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Empathy

Willingness to learn

Flexibility

Education

Level 1 or 2 in social care

Job description

Rushden Park care home in Rushden is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for day shifts to support residents with personal and social care. The role emphasizes dignity, wellbeing, and independence, aligned with MHA values of respect and concern for individuals.

You will act as a keyworker for groups of residents, contribute to care plans (including dementia care), and uphold safeguarding and infection control.