Night Care Assistant

Care South; Poole; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Poole is seeking a Night Care Assistant to join their team. This role involves delivering person-centered care, supporting resident independence, and providing companionship in a residential care home. No prior experience is necessary as a comprehensive training program is included. Ideal candidates should be compassionate and committed to making a difference. Competitive pay and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Blue Light Shopping Discount Card

Reward and Recognition Schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Industry Based Qualifications

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to impact residents' lives positively.
• No previous care experience required, training provided.

Responsibilities

• Identify resident needs & abilities, delivering person-centered care.
• Support residents' independence.
• Regularly check on residents, assist with moving & positioning.
• Provide personal care where needed.
• Build relationships and provide companionship.
• Work in a team to foster a welcoming atmosphere.

Skills

Compassion

Understanding of others

Teamwork

Independence encouragement

Job description

Overview

Location: Alexandra House Residential Home, Poole, BH14 9EW

Pay: £12.50-£12.75 per hour + paid breaks

Position: Full-time and part-time positions available

We have an exciting opportunity for a Night Care Assistant to join the team at Alexandra House, our residential care home located a short distance from Ashley Road, the hub of Parkstone, Poole, Dorset.

Benefits

• Blue Light Shopping Discount Card
• Reward and Recognition Schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Industry Based Qualifications

What you will be doing

• Identifying the needs & abilities of our residents and delivering excellent person centred care.
• Supporting & encouraging our residents to remain as independent as possible.
• Checking on residents on a regular basis - moving & positioning if required
• Providing elements of personal care including washing & undressing where needed.
• Building relationships and providing companionship - getting to know our residents!
• Working in a team to create a co-operative, friendly and welcoming atmosphere in the home.

Who we are looking for

We want you to have a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents. You'll need to be naturally compassionate and understanding of others.

Previous care experience is not essential (maybe you have been inspired by looking after a family member) or just looking for a really rewarding role. A full induction and training programme will be provided to support you.

If this sounds like you then we would love for you to join the team!

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to offer Sponsorship

PEOPLE | PASSION | PURPOSE

Care South are one of the top 20 rated Care Home Groups in the UK based on published reviews from residents and their family and friends at carehome.co.uk.

As a not-for-profit charity, our HEART values are key to us providing outstanding care. For more information about us, our values and benefits, please visit our website: http://www.care-south.co.uk/about-us.

For any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01202 712448.