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Care Assistant - The Lawns
Description
“We are people focused. We are genuine. We have integrity. We will develop. We are a team.”
These values define our personality. They are our statement about what we stand for and what we believe in, and they are the basis behind the decisions we make every single day. They are the Care Dorset way.
Are you passionate about helping individuals enjoy and maintain their quality of life? Do you have a caring and empathetic nature? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join our Residential Home, The Lawns.
Location: The Lawns, Fernhill Avenue, Weymouth
* £12.86 - £13.08 per hour
* Fixed work patterns
* Regular shift patterns
* Alternating weekends required
* Refer a friend scheme up to £300
* £1000 welcome bonus for new colleagues
Care Dorset Offers Fantastic Benefits
* Generous Annual leave entitlement - starting at 27 days, rising to 31 after 5 years (exc. Bank holidays) pro rata
* Enhanced Maternity Pay
* Occupational Sick pay entitlement
* Funded Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme
* Comprehensive induction
* Excellent training & development opportunities supporting career progression.
* Access to Litmos online learning platform – our one stop shop for learning & development
* Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £300 per person you refer (uncapped and paid on successful appointment)
* Celebrated success through annual awards ceremony
About The Role
Each day as a Care Assistant is different. You will assist with all aspects of personal care and support for the people we support within the setting.
* Undertake personal care duties as required to the relevant client group which will typically include toileting, washing, feeding and manual handling (including hoisting) and transfer.
* Undertake domestic tasks, such as cleaning and laundry
* Support the relevant client group in a way that maintains dignity and privacy
* Participate in the maintenance of essential record keeping, through brief written recording on individual client records
* Comply with Health and Safety requirements in respect of manual handling and transfer hoisting and the use of protective equipment to aid infection control
* You would be expected to work within the Gold Standards Framework
About You
Previous experience as a Care Assistant or in a similar role is preferred but not essential as training and ongoing support will be provided.
* A compassionate and caring nature with a genuine desire to help others
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Flexible to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays
If you are enthusiastic about making a positive difference in people's lives and meet the requirements mentioned above, we would love to hear from you.
Care Dorset knows that a career in care is not for everyone – but it could be for you. Join our team and contribute to enhancing the independence and well-being of those we care for.
Applications are managed by a third party, acting on behalf and with the permission of Care Dorset.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
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Other
* Industries
Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities
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