Care Assistant - Ferndown Plus Day Centre
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Position title
Care Assistant - Ferndown Plus Day Centre
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 Day Centre, Purbeck Connect.
Location: Ferndown Plus, Library Road, Ferndown
* £12.86-£13.08 per hour
* Shifts - Monday - Friday 09:00-16:00
* 12-24 hr contract available (2x 12 hr vacancy and 1x 24 hr vacancy)
* Refer a friend scheme up to £300
Care Dorset Offers Fantastic Benefits
* Generous Annual leave entitlement - starting at 27 days, rising to 31 after 5 years (exc. Bank holidays)
* Enhanced Maternity Pay
* Occupational Sick pay entitlement from day one
* 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
Care Dorset is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic person to provide support for adults at Ferndown Plus Day Centre.
You will be part of an experienced team responsible for delivering activities and stimulating experiences for people with a range of additional needs. The people we support have diverse interests and abilities, so a flexible and energetic approach to working is essential. At various times, you may be supporting individuals or groups of people, either within the service or as part of the wider community.
Responsibilities And Accountabilities
* Assist the relevant client group in the performance of practical tasks, including shopping and community activities as appropriate to promote independence.
* You will provide a degree of personal care and one to one support as required.
* Support the relevant client group in a way that maintains dignity, privacy and respect.
* Participate in the maintenance of essential record keeping, through brief written recording on individual client records.
* Undertake domestic tasks, such as cleaning and laundry.
* Comply with Health and Safety requirements in respect of manual handling and transfer hoisting and the use of protective equipment to aid infection control.
* Participate in organised activities to meet client group needs, such as excursions, basic food preparation and domestic tasks.
* Act as a keyworker as and when required.
* You would be expected to work within the Gold Standards Framework.
* Any other lesser or comparable duties as required relating to the particular specialised function of the team or teams.
* It will be helpful if you hold a valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle with business insurance but this is not essential.
About You
Suitable candidates will take a genuine interest in the needs and wishes of people, support them to make and communicate their choices, and to become as independent as possible. Due to the importance of sharing information effectively, the successful applicant will possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Empathy with the needs of the relevant client group.
* Ability to follow care plans and instructions.
* Ability to maintain/complete records.
* Caring and understanding attitude.
* Ability to reflect on and learn from experience
* Ability to work as an individual or as part of a team
* Commitment to the achievement of quality standards
* Caring and understanding attitude
* Understanding of personal/physical care needs.
* Understanding of confidentiality and privacy.
* Preferable Level 2 in Health & Social Care (not essential)
* Preferable experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities (not essential)
Working for Care Dorset will give you the opportunity to develop and grow. Our commitment to you - “support you in being the very best you can be” and be excited about being part of a great team. If you are passionate about people living the best life they can and supporting them with maximising life opportunities, then please contact careers@caredorset.co.uk.
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. Apply now and be part of a rewarding journey towards reablement and positive change!
Applications are managed by a third party, acting on behalf and with the permission of Care Dorset.
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