Currently only accepting applicants who have resided in the UK for 3 years minimum
Hourly rate of £12.60
Crossgate Care Home is seeking to recruit a Care Assistant to join our team and provide care and support to residents living within our Home.
The role of a Care Assistant is to give direct patient care as directed by a trained nurse and support the resident in his/her plan of care.
Duties will include but not limited to:
* Assist residents with all aspects of personal care e.g. washing and dressing
* Assist residents with mobility - including moving and handling equipment
* Assist residents with eating and drinking, communication and joining in social activities
* Complete all documentation as requested by the manager/nurse
* Maintain a clean and safe environment within the nursing home
* Ensure all policies and guidelines are followed by all staff members
* Act as a mentor to all new care assistants and ensure they are working to their role
* Attend all in house and external training as required
* Report any issues or changes in a residents condition to the nurse in charge
Qualities we look for in our carers:
* Flexible
Reliable
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Caring and compassionate
* Willing to learn new skills
* Work independently and as part of a team
* Approachable
* Ability to prioritise work load
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Application question(s):
* Have you checked that you are able to attend work at the care home in relation to the distance from your home?
Experience:
* Care home: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person