Relief Care Assistant (Days or Nights)

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

Job summary

A prominent care organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Relief Care Assistant to support residents with personal care, well-being, and daily activities. This role requires a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care or willingness to be trained. Applicants should be compassionate and able to work flexible shifts, including weekends. Join a friendly team dedicated to providing excellent care and support in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a caring environment and support residents.
• Willingness to be trained and undertake care responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and medication.
• Support residents in daily living activities.
• Provide companionship and engage with residents.

Skills

Compassion

Integrity

Ability to assist with personal care

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 for Relief/ Bank Staff working on an as and when required basis (zero hour contract). Shifts are working 8 -8 (12 hours) and available for days and night shifts, including weekends.

Responsibilities

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

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

Requirements

The successful candidate will:

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