Dementia Care Assistant – Training & Development

La Fontana Care Home; Martock; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

Job summary

La Fontana Care Home, located near Martock, is hiring a Care Assistant. The role involves supporting residents with daily living, personal care, mobility and wellbeing, following care plans. Full training is provided; weekend shifts are required on alternate weekends.

Applications from both experienced carers and newcomers are welcome. We offer 5.6 weeks annual leave for full-time staff, paid DBS pension and a uniform.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate and respectful approach required.
• Experience not essential but beneficial; training provided.
• NVQ Level 2 desirable or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living including personal care.
• Support mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing.
• Follow care plans and monitor changes in condition.
• Work as part of a team and participate in training.

Skills

Caring approach

Good communication

Teamwork

Reliable and positive

Willingness to learn

Education

NVQ Level 2

Job description

La Fontana Care Home, located near Martock, is hiring a Care Assistant. The role involves supporting residents with daily living, personal care, mobility and wellbeing, following care plans. Full training is provided; weekend shifts are required on alternate weekends.

Applications from both experienced carers and newcomers are welcome. We offer 5.6 weeks annual leave for full-time staff, paid DBS pension and a uniform.