Care Assistants - Day and night shifts available
We have an exciting opportunity for Care Assistants to join our dedicated team at The Paddocks Care Home. As a Care Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our residents, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care in a nurturing environment.
Day and night shifts available at an hourly rate of £12.75 or £13.25 (if you are medication trained) shifts: 7am-7pm/7am-2.30pm/2.30pm-10pm/7pm-7am.
Responsibilities:
* Assist residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and general hygiene.
* Provide personalised care and support to a diverse group of residents, including those with alzheimer's, dementia, epilepsy, and sensory impairments.
* Maintain confidential and accurate records in care plans.
* Engage residents in activities like reading, writing, hobbies, and friendly conversations to promote mental and physical well-being.
* Foster good working relationships with colleagues, residents, and visitors, creating a supportive environment for everyone.
Requirements:
* Strong communication skills to interact effectively with residents and staff.
* Experience in a care home or home care setting is preferred but not essential as we offer ongoing training and development.
* Ability to work as part of a team while also being able to take initiative when needed.
* A compassionate nature with a genuine desire to help others.
What we can offer you...
* Variety – no two days are the same Experience the joy of diverse tasks and meaningful connections.
* We invest in your growth. Ongoing training and fully funded diplomas up to NVQ level 5.
* Long term career opportunities.
* Annual Leave 28 days
* FlexEarn - providing you with the opportunity to withdraw a portion of your wages in advance of payday, to increase your choice and financial wellbeing.
* No DBS fees.
* Employee assistance program to support your health and wellbeing.
* Blue Light Card offering a number of discounts across retail and hospitality.
* Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £400
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and want to join a forward-thinking team at Castlemeadow Care, we invite you to apply today
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.75-£13.25 per hour
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Financial planning services
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Swaffham PE37 7NP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person