Care Assistants ABOUT US: Townsend Manor Care Home is looking to recruit a Care Assistant on a permanent basis with contracts up to 44 hours. Our contemporary and cutting-edge care home is based in Soham. We are proud to offer the following: Residential Care, Dementia Care, Nursing Care, Respite Care, Palliative Care and End of Life Care for up to 70residents. WHAT WE OFFER: Competitive rate of £12.55 per hour Job Satisfaction Company Pension Development Opportunities Support & Guidance Free On-site Parking PVG/Enhanced DBS Check Access to a Blue Light discount card DUTIES AND RESPONSOBILITIES: To support each resident to enable them to remain as active and independent as possible within the limitations of their condition. To encourage and support each resident to do as much as possible for themselves in all aspects of daily living, including washing, dressing and continence. To respect the residents rights of choice, privacy and dignity and to be sensitive to each residents needs. To work flexibly, providing help with physical care as required to meet the care and support needs of the resident. To support and assist residents with their mobility through the application of skills and knowledge obtained through training, ensuring that any equipment required is used in a safe and proper manner. To assist with the serving of meals and drinks and to provide care and support where required to ensure that the resident receives a satisfactory food and fluid intake. To complete and maintain all required daily records to demonstrate a complete record of the residents social engagement, activities and physical care. To work effectively as a team member or an individual to maintain a stimulating and homely environment for each resident. ABOUT YOU: Required Skills: One years experience as a care assistant. You will have a kind and caring approach with a passion for delivering the highest possible standard of care and support for the residents. Excellent communication skills Interpersonal skills Desired Skills: Holds a SVQ 2/NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care First-aid knowledge Initiative Problem-solving skills Flexibility Team working All job offers are subject to satisfactory references and Enhanced DBS Check.