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Join our team at Avon View as a Care Assistant.
Located just outside Christchurch, Avon View is a residential home offering nursing, palliative, residential, and dementia care across three floors. We support individuals with complex needs through a compassionate, person-centred approach.
What youll do:
Support clients with personal care, nutrition and hydration.
Comply with Health and Safety requirements in respect of moving and assisting and the use of equipment.
Maintain dignity, privacy and respect for our clients.
Be able to work flexibly across shifts including days, evenings and alternate weekends.
What you need:
The ability to follow care plans and instructions.
Good communication skills.
Empathy with the needs of the clients.
IT skills with the ability to maintain accurate records.
NVQ Level 2 in Direct Care or willingness to achieve this.
36 hours per week
Who we are
We provide high quality care and support to older people; people with physical and learning disabilities; people with mental health needs; dementia; carers and clients families. This extends to respite care for families and carers.
We operate services across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, ranging from Residential Homes, Day Services, Supported Living sites and Reablement Home Care.
What we offer
Generous Holiday Allowance: 26 days not including bank holidays (pro rata for part-time), rising to 29 with length of service.
Employee Assistance Programme: We offer a confidential, free of charge, support network. This service offers a 24/7 helpline and vital wellbeing services to support you whilst at work.
Occupational Sick Pay : We offer an enhanced occupational sick pay scheme from your very first day with us, ensuring youre cared for when you need it most.
Career Progression: excellent opportunities to develop and learn.
Company Contributory Pension Scheme : we contribute 3%
Morbus Commuter Club: savings on bus travel across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch
Blue Light discount eligibility (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
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