Reablement care assistant (East Dorset)

Nightingale Hammerson; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightingale Hammerson is seeking a compassionate Reablement Assistant to join their team in East Dorset. This role involves supporting individuals in their homes to enhance their independence and quality of life. With flexible work options and comprehensive training, you'll be part of a rewarding journey that makes a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Generous Annual leave starting at 27 days

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Occupational Sick pay entitlement

Funded Blue Light discount package

Employee Assistance Programme access

Comprehensive induction and training

Annual awards ceremony for celebrated success

Refer a friend bonus

Qualifications

• Experience as a Care Assistant/Support Worker preferred but not essential.
• Compassionate and caring nature.
• Valid driving licence and access to insured vehicle for business purposes.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in their homes to rebuild confidence and independence.
• Assist in achieving personal goals.
• Work flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Compassion

Job description

“We arepeople focused. We aregenuine. We haveintegrity. We willdevelop. We are ateam.”

These values define our personality. They are our statement about what we stand for and what we believe in, and they are the basis behind the decisions we make every single day. They are the Care Dorset way.

Are you passionate about helping individuals regain independence and improve their quality of life? Do you have a caring and empathetic nature? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join ourReablement Team.

Location:East Dorset- covering Wimborne, Ferndown, Verwood, Westmore and surrounding villages

£12.86 - £13.08 per hour weekdays
Enhanced payfor weekends
Full-time, part-time, weekends available
Mileage paid at45p per mile
Travel time between clients paid
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes required
£1000 welcome bonus- Full amount paid after successful completion of probation
Refer a friend scheme up to£300

Care Dorset offersfantastic benefits:

Generous Annual leave entitlement - starting at 27 days, rising to 31 after 5 years (exc. Bank holidays)
Enhanced Maternity Pay
Occupational Sick pay entitlement
Funded Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
Access to Employee Assistance Programme
Comprehensive induction
Excellent training & development opportunities supporting career progression.
Access to Litmos online learning platform – our one stop shop for learning & development
Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £300 per person you refer (Uncapped and paid on successful appointment)
Celebrated success through annual awards ceremony

About the role:

Each day as a Reablement Assistant different. You will be supporting people within their own homes in rebuilding their confidence and independence, as well as assisting in achieving their personal goals.

About you

Previous experience as a Care Assistant/Support Worker or, in a similar role is preferred but not essential as training and ongoing support will be provided.

A compassionate and caring nature with a genuine desire to help others
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexible to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays
A full valid driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business purposes.

Join our team and contribute to enhancing the independence and well-being of those we care for. Apply now and be part of a rewarding journey towards reablement and positive change!

Salary / Benefits:£12.86-£13.08