Female Care Assistant Nursing Home Settings

Skycare; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Day Night shifts available

28 days annual leave

Enhanced training

Free uniforms

Set shift patterns (four-week rolling)

Company pension

Employee discount

Free parking

Refer a carer programme

Store discount

Friendly working environment

Job summary

SkyCare in West Yorkshire is seeking Female Care Assistants to join our team. You will provide personal care, support daily living activities, and help residents with a range of needs in a dementia-friendly setting.

Applicants should have 1–2 years of relevant experience, a Care Certificate or equivalent is desirable, and a commitment to compassionate, respectful care. DBS check and references will be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care role; dementia/brain injury experience desirable.
• Care Certificate or equivalent desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Cheerful, compassionate, respectful, and caring approach.
• Good understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to patients.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities.
• Observe and document changes; report to nursing staff.
• Maintain a safe, dignified, and private environment.
• Collaborate with nurses, psychiatrists, social workers.
• Recognize distress and respond to crises.

Skills

Care experience

Dementia knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Care Certificate

Job description

Female Care Assistants

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role and able to work full-time 33-44 hours per week.

The Nursing home offers a range of specialist care for residents, ranging from Alzeimer's and Parkinsons care to care for stroke victims.

Successful applicants, will have 1-2 years experience preferably in a similar role.

Salary: £12.82 per hour

No sponsorship provided!

FACE-TO-FACE INTERVIEWS

Work Environment

This position is crucial in the healthcare system, as Mental Health Care Assistants play a vital role in helping individuals manage their mental health conditions and improve their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Provide personal care and support to patients, including assistance with daily living activities such as eating, bathing, and dressing.
• Therapeutic Engagement: Engage with patients in therapeutic activities to promote recovery and alleviate distress. This includes identifying factors that may increase agitation and employing de-escalation techniques when necessary.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Observe and document patients' conditions, including any changes in behavior or mood, and report these to the nursing staff.
• Supportive Environment: Create a safe and compassionate environment for patients, ensuring their dignity and privacy are respected at all times.
• Collaboration: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, psychiatrists, and social workers, to implement care plans and support patients effectively.
• Crisis Intervention: Recognize signs of distress or crisis in patients and respond appropriately to ensure their safety and well-being.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience in a care role, experience with dementia, brain injury and nursing home is desirable
• Certifications: Holding a Care Certificate or equivalent is typically desirable.
• Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Cheerful, compassionate, respectful, and caring approach, and have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults and the desire to make a positive contribution to the lives of others.
• Ability to work on own initiative

Benefits of joining our team, we offer:

• Permanent contract
• Day Night shifts available
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of statuary bank holidays)
• Enhanced training
• Free uniforms that are specially made from breathable material.
• Set shift patterns. four-week rolling rota
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Refer a carer programme
• Store discount
• A friendly and supportive working environment

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.

Full training will be provided, face to face and online

We will require a DBS check which we can assist with this and 2 satisfactory references

At SkyCare we offer unrivaled residential and dementia care in luxury homes. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and make a real difference to our residents lives. Our team is one of our biggest assets. We cultivate a supportive environment for our people, with tailored training and career development at all levels.