Care Assistant

Care Assistants

Location: Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands

Salary: £12.82 - £13.40 per hour dependant on experience with nights being paid at £145 per 11 hour shift.

About the Company:

Opportunities are available for exceptional Care Assistants to join a friendly, purpose built Residential Home located in Sutton Coldfield. Flexible full and part time positions are available, and we welcome interest from Care Assistants who are willing to work permanent days, nights, or a combination of both. Successful candidates can expect to earn between £12.82 - £13.40 per hour.

Our Residential Home provides a happy and homely environment for up to 33 residents. It is an established family run venture that strives to deliver high quality, person centred care. The home specialises in encouraging and supporting residents to remain as independent as possible, within a safe and caring environment. The home is located within a pleasant residential setting, with excellent transport links by bus and train.

Care Assistant Shifts:

Days:

·  8am – 2pm

·  8am – 5pm

Nights

·  9pm – 8am

Lates

·  2pm – 9pm

·  5pm – 9pm

Care Assistant Responsibilities:

·  Consistently deliver a high standard of care.

·  Work under the direction of the Senior Care Assistant to support residents in all activities of daily living, ensuring that their needs are met.

·  Ensure that residents are socially presentable and in accordance with their individual wishes.

·  Ensure all meals and snacks are well presented and assist with nutritional intake as required.

·  Support the Activities Co-Ordinator to deliver meaningful activities.

·  Support the Housekeeping staff to ensure residents rooms, clothing and equipment are clean and safely stored.

·  Communicate professionally and warmly at all times.

Care Assistant Requirements:

·  NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care.

·  6 months previous experience in direct care.

·  Excellent interpersonal skills.

·  Ability to prioritise care, and work under your own initiative.

·  Ability to work as part of a team.

·  Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

·  A caring and compassionate disposition.

Care Assistant Benefits:

·  A competitive salary of £12.82 - £13.40 per hour

·  Generous paid breaks and refreshments whilst on duty, including free meals

·  28 days annual leave per year (including all bank holidays)

·  Retail discount rewards – Blue Light Scheme

·  Employee Recognition Scheme

·  Flexible shift patterns including strictly days/lates/nights/weekends

·  A comprehensive Induction Programme

·  Genuine training and development opportunities i.e. Level 3, Level 5 qualifications, Train the Trainer

·  Flexible shift pattern

·  Employer Contributory Pension Scheme

·  Free DBS and flu vaccination

·  Free Staff uniform and a pleasant working environment

If you think that you are suitable for this Care Assistant role and you meet the criteria, please apply now!