Care Assistant
Bank Salary: 12.81 to 13.13 Per Hour. Shift Type: Days & Nights Available. Contracted hours: 0.
Cedars Care Home is a modern, purpose-built home in Southend-on-Sea offering residential, dementia, respite and palliative care for up to 48 residents. The home features bright ensuite rooms across three floors, welcoming communal spaces, and a compassionate team dedicated to providing care with dignity and respect.
Responsibilities
* Empower Independence: Assist residents with daily routines, encouraging them to make positive choices and remain as independent as possible.
* Personalised Care: Follow and support each residents individual care plan, providing hands‑on help and thoughtful attention to their unique needs.
* Health and Wellbeing: Keep a close eye on residents health, communicating any concerns to the Nurse or Clinical Deputy Manager, and helping with calls to relatives or healthcare professionals.
* Champion Dignity: Uphold the dignity and respect of each resident, ensuring they feel valued and cared for in every interaction.
* Social Support: Encourage social interactions among residents and with staff, creating a warm and welcoming environment.
* Safety and Comfort: Work with housekeepers to maintain clean, safe, and comfortable living spaces, and respond quickly to emergencies or call bells.
* Nutritional Support: Assist residents who need extra help with eating and drinking, ensuring their nutritional needs are met.
* Spread Smiles: Above all, bring joy to our residents lives and make them smile every day.
Qualifications & Experience
* SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is preferred.
* Ideally, you have at least 6 months of experience as a Care Assistant, but we welcome those with a passion for care and transferable skills.
* You are genuinely interested in caring for the elderly and committed to delivering excellent service.
* You bring integrity, respect, and a strong sense of teamwork to everything you do.
Values
We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do: Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity. These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.
Submit your CV to our recruitment team and take the next step in your rewarding career as a Care Assistant.
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