Night Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Wigan; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to join their dedicated team in Wigan. This role involves providing exceptional person-centered care to residents in a supportive environment. You will work collaboratively with staff to ensure the highest standards of care, focusing on the dignity and well-being of each individual. The organization values diversity and inclusivity, offering ongoing training and opportunities for career progression. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults, this is a rewarding opportunity for you.

Benefits

Cost of DBS Check

Comprehensive Induction

Ongoing Training and Development

Internal Career Progression

Pension Scheme

Access to Blue Light Card

Subsidised Meals

Early Pay Release Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Colleague Recognition Events

Qualifications

• Previous experience in elderly care is essential.
• Must have NVQ Level 2 or Care Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and companionship to residents.
• Maintain high standards of care and service.

Skills

Communication Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Resilience

Self-motivation

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Care Certificate

Job description

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We are Belong, we are a not for profit, values based organisation. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all belong.

We deliver exceptional care in our Village community styled home. We have Households with an average of twelve residents living in each; we are a committed team who provide the exceptional person centred care to enrich our resident’s lives putting them at the heart of everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Care Assistant to join our team in Belong Wigan.

About the Role:

As a care assistant, you will work together with other staff in the running of the household. You will aim to maintain high standards of care and service towards customers, relatives, visitors and other members of staff. You will be providing a range of personal and practical care to our residents.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate compassion, empathy and a person-centred approach to caring for older people.
• Self-motivated, resilient and well-organised
• Able to work well under pressure and flexible to meet the needs of the residents and the household.
• Provide assistance, personal care, activities and companionship to residents
• Be alert to residents’ needs, health and wellbeing
• Respect the residents’ dignity and privacy
• Work with residents and their families to deliver tailored care to each individual
• Assist with mealtimes and safe moving
• Maintain accurate records for each resident

Skills and Experience:

• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Committed to providing a high standard of care, promoting dignity and respect.
• Previous experience working within an elderly care setting.
• Team player but able to work on your own initiative.
• Dependable, able to work well under pressure and flexible to meet the needs of the Home.
• A minimum of a NVQ level 2 in health & social care or the Care Certificate along with a dedicated passion for providing exceptional care for our night team roles.

In return we offer:

• Cost of DBS Check
• Comprehensive 4 day classroom based induction and further shadow shifts (paid)
• Ongoing training and development
• Internal career progression opportunities
• Pension Scheme
• Access to Blue Light Card scheme
• Subsidised meals in our Bistros
• Free DBS check*
• Access to an Early Pay Release Scheme
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to Occupational Health support
• Colleague recognition events; our monthly ACE awards and our annual Champions Event
• Enhanced Colleague Referral Scheme

We welcome applications from eligible applicants; it is with regret that we do not have the facility to sponsor overseas staff.

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