Night Care Assistant - Personal Care & Safety

The Methodist Church in Britain; Knowle; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction training

Career development

Job summary

Birchmere Mews Care Home, part of Avery Healthcare, is seeking a Night-shift Care Assistant to support residents overnight as part of the care team. Core duties include personal hygiene care, promoting independence, and safeguarding residents' dignity.

No prior care experience is required as full induction and training will be provided. DBS disclosure and proof of right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• DBS disclosure check
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
• No prior care experience required

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care and support the care team to keep services continuous for residents
• Assist residents with all personal hygiene care, promoting independence, dignity and respect
• Recognise clinical risk areas such as weight loss, pressure sores, falls and signs of infection, and expedite them promptly
• Act courteously towards residents and visitors, respecting each resident's dignity and individuality
• Work safely across the range of tasks

Skills

Effective communication

Initiative and respect

Efficient worker

Adaptable and flexible

Caring values

Job description

Birchmere Mews Care Home, part of Avery Healthcare, is seeking a Night-shift Care Assistant to support residents overnight as part of the care team. Core duties include personal hygiene care, promoting independence, and safeguarding residents' dignity.

No prior care experience is required as full induction and training will be provided. DBS disclosure and proof of right to work in the UK are required.