Care Assistant
Gosforth, Seascale CA20, UK Req #384 13 August 2024
For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We're dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.
Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.
The Home
Located in the village of Gosforth, Bradbury House is a 21 bedded care home that is much loved by the local community, offering residents a warm and friendly atmosphere
Role: Care Assistant
Location: Bradbury House, Wasdale Rd, Gosforth, Seascale CA20 1AU
Hours: 24 Hours a week and alternative weekends. 8am - 8pm
Pay: £
The Role of Care Assistant
1. As one of our highly valued Care Assistants, you'll be at the front line of care delivery.
2. You’ll help residents with their individual care needs, such as personal care, medical care and following social interests.
3. You’ll build a special bond with each resident, and give professional and emotional support during difficult times, such as periods of illness.
4. Your days as a Care Assistant will be varied, interesting and rewarding. You’ll assist residents with washing, dressing, eating, drinking and getting around.
5. Importantly, you’ll help make them feel at home. You’ll be respectful of residents’ choices; their dignity and independence.
6. You’ll also be integral to developing residents Care Plans, which includes being aware of any specialist support needs.
Pay & Benefits
At Abbeyfield, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our many benefits include:
7. £ p/h pay, benchmarked annually.
8. Up to 31 days paid leave, including bank/public holidays
9. Comprehensive induction
10. Unlimited opportunities to earn £500 via our 'refer a friend' scheme
11. Claim back healthcare expenses with Medicash
12. Life Assurance
13. Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
14. Learning and career development opportunities
15. Occupational sick pay
16. Company pension
17. Discounted gym membership
18. An employee assistance programme
19. Cycle-to-work scheme
20. Shop and save vouchers
21. Striving for independent accreditation as a menopause friendly organisation
22. Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts
About You
23. Are you sensitive, empathetic and love to care for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? If that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield!
24. Whether you’re new to the world of care or looking to retrain, we’re looking for people to join our growing team of care assistants.
Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.
Other details
25. Job Family Care, Activities & Care Compliance
26. Job Function 1. Operations
27. Pay Type Salary
28. Min Hiring Rate £
29. Max Hiring Rate £
30. Gosforth, Seascale CA20, UK
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