Relief Care Assistant

Jewish Care; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Relief Care Assistant to join their compassionate team. In this pivotal role, you will provide essential support to residents, ensuring they receive personal care and assistance with daily living activities. The position offers flexibility with shifts that may include evenings and weekends, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you care for. If you are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for others and thrive in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you. Join a team committed to promoting dignity and independence for all residents.

Qualifications

• Compassionate individual with a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
• Willingness to undertake all aspects of care for residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care, food, and medication.
• Support residents in daily living activities to promote wellbeing.
• Engage with residents and support recreational activities.

Skills

Compassion

Integrity

Personal Care Assistance

Communication

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Our multi-award-winning organisation is looking to recruit a Relief Care Assistant to join our Care team. The role of Care Assistant is based on a rota basis which may include evening and weekend shifts. This is a pivotal position to help ensure our residents live a meaningful life and feel involved within their community.

The role of Care Assistant will involve the delivery of Care Services within our Care Homes to excellent standards.

This post is to provide relief/bank to cover absence on a casual contract on an as and when required basis. The shifts would cover from 8 - 8 (12 hour shifts) and will include weekends.

What you will be doing

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work as a Care Assistant in our friendly and dedicated team. This is a key role supporting residents. You will:

1. Assist residents with personal care, food and drink, and administering medication.
2. Support residents in all activities of daily living to maximise wellbeing and promote choice, independence, and dignity.
3. Provide encouragement and companionship by engaging with residents and other stakeholders.
4. Support with recreational activities.

Who are we looking for?

The successful candidate will:

1. Have a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or willingness to be trained).
2. Be naturally compassionate and able to demonstrate integrity, through treating our residents fairly and with respect.
3. Have a willingness to undertake all aspects of care to meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of our residents.
4. Ability to work shifts (including weekends and evenings).