Nights Care Assistant: Learn, Grow & Make a Difference

ST PHILIPS CARE LIMITED; Bonnyrigg; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 training & progression

Paid induction and shadow shifts

Flexible opportunities to fit around你的

Job summary

St Philips Care is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for nights at Pittendreich Care Centre. 38.5 hours per week with full training provided and opportunities to progress within the business. The role emphasizes learning, care for the elderly, and maintaining residents’ independence.

The successful applicant should be caring, reliable and have a positive attitude. Previous care experience and NVQ/SVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care are desirable, with a focus on confidentiality and safety.

Qualifications

• The successful applicant should be willing to learn, caring in nature and kind.
• Being reliable with a good attitude towards work is valued. Full training can be provided for the right applicant.
• NVQ2 / SVQ2 or QCF level 2 in Health and Social Care or Care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Understanding and providing the requirements for “normal” health and to have insight into the effects on the client and family when continued care is needed.
• To assist the client in any area of his/her daily care needs which they would normally undertake themselves if they were able to do so.
• To participate in holistic caring activities.
• Care for all clients’ needs as required with the aim of optimising their independence.
• Read and act on the Care Plans of each client to promote continuity of care.
• To understand the right of the individual to confidentiality.
• Moving and handling, dressing, and assisting residents in their daily hygiene and dressing needs.
• Observing and reporting any changes in residents’ condition
• Report to Senior staff any hazard or unsafe equipment that may be injurious to the health and safety of staff, residents, and visitors
• To attend any in-service training arranged as part of staff development and mandatory training, which is a legal requirement

Skills

Caring nature

Willing to learn

Education

NVQ2 / SVQ2 or QCF level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

St Philips Care is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for nights at Pittendreich Care Centre. 38.5 hours per week with full training provided and opportunities to progress within the business. The role emphasizes learning, care for the elderly, and maintaining residents’ independence.

The successful applicant should be caring, reliable and have a positive attitude. Previous care experience and NVQ/SVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care are desirable, with a focus on confidentiality and safety.