Female Support worker in Nursing Home

Skycare; Bradford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Day/Night shifts

28 days annual leave

Enhanced training

Free uniforms

Shift patterns

Company pension

Employee discounts

Free parking

Refer a carer

Store discount

Supportive environment

Job summary

SkyCare in Bradford is seeking Female Care Assistants to provide compassionate personal care and support to residents, including help with daily living activities within a dementia-friendly environment. Successful applicants typically have 1–2 years of care experience.

The role is full-time (33–44 hours/week) with a salary of £12.80 per hour. Interviews will be conducted face-to-face, and a DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care role preferred.
• Care Certificate or equivalent desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Cheerful, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good understanding of vulnerable adults' needs and ability to work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living activities.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities and de-escalation when needed.
• Observe and document patient conditions and report changes.
• Create a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.
• Collaborate with nurses, psychiatrists and social workers on care plans.
• Identify distress signs and respond to ensure safety.

Skills

Experience in care

Dementia care

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Initiative

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: £12.80 per hour

No sponsorship provided!

INTERVIEWS WILLL BE HELD FACE-TO-FACE

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 stride 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.