MPA are currently recruiting for Care Assistants on a permanent basis for our client based in the Garvagh area. This position will be based in a Nursing Home Setting. The pay rate is £12.90 - £13.00 per hour depending on qualifications. The role will involve providing care and support to residents within the Christian ethos and aims of the Council for Social Witness.
Role Responsibilities
* Providing a high standard of personal care to residents
* Providing assistance at meal times as well as recording food and fluid intake
* Promoting independence where possible
* Providing support with mobility
* Making beds
* Communicating with residents and making them feel comfortable
Essential Criteria
* Evidence an understanding of and respect for the needs of older people
* Willing to undertake relevant training e.g. induction training, or NVQ/QCF level 2
* Proficiency in understanding, communicating and writing in English to level required by the duties of the post
* Basic numeracy required by the duties of the post (as endorsed by appropriate qualification or use of numeracy skills in a work or home environment)
* Be willing to work additional hours to fulfil the requirements of the Home
* Willing to maintain registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council
* 6 months’ experience in a similar role
* Willingness to complete Access NI checks
Further Information
* Salary: £12.90 per hour (no NVQ)
* Hours: Post 1: 24.66 hours per week (Night Duty)
* Post 2: 37 hours per week (Night Duty)
£12.96 per hour with NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care
£13.00 per hour with NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care
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