Relief Care Assistant (Days or Nights)

Jewish Care; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Care is seeking a Relief/ Bank Care Assistant to support our care team in delivering excellent care services in our homes. This pivotal role involves assisting residents with personal care, engaging in activities, and promoting their well-being and dignity. Shifts include both day and night options, and candidates must be compassionate and willing to undertake care responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and respectful attitude towards residents.
• Willingness to undertake comprehensive care duties.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and administering medication.
• Support residents in daily activities to promote independence.
• Engage in recreational activities with residents.

Skills

Compassion

Integrity

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Our multi-award-winning organisation is looking to recruit a Relief/ Bank 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 Relief/ Bank Care Assistant will involve the delivery of Care Services within our Care Homes to excellent standards.

This post is for Bank/ Relief Care Assistants available to work days or nights on a Relief/ Bank basis to cover absence. Shifts are 12 hours from 8 to 8 on either days or nights. You will be asked your preference to days or nights at interview.

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:

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

Who are we looking for?

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)