As a Peripatetic Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius to help our residents get the most out of life. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure amongst a range of other important tasks. The role of Peripatetic Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift.
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Responsibilities
* Monitor the delivery of care on duty and contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident.
* Record observations (e.g., temperature, blood pressure) and perform a range of other important tasks.
* Provide support and companionship to residents and ensure meaningful one-to-one time during each shift.
Requirements
* Background in care is important for the role of Peripatetic Care Assistant; good understanding of elderly care.
* A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care would be useful.
* Good understanding of the wider healthcare industry.
* Ideally, GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.
* Dedicated and compassionate with a passion for supporting the wellbeing of residents.
* Because you’ll be travelling across the area, you’ll need your own car or ready access to one.
* Mileage will be covered when you travel over five miles from your main home.
* If you’re on duty at the time of an inspection and a Good rating is achieved, you’ll qualify for a bonus.
Rewards package
* Competitive rate of pay plus sector-leading benefits and rewards package.
* Free training and development for all roles.
* Access to wellbeing and support tools.
* A range of retail discounts and savings.
* Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
* Employee of the Month rewards and Long Service Awards.
* And so much more!
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