Job Description:
Domiciliary Care Assistant (NO TRAVEL AS ALL ON-SITE) - Bank
Richmond Villages Wood Norton, Evesham Road, Worcestershire, WR11 4TY* *SatNav WR11 4YB
£12.00 per hour - Paid breaks
Bank. Various flexible hours which could include 08:00am-20:00pm, 08:00am-14:00pm, 14:00pm-20:00pm and 16:00-20:00pm weekdays & weekends depending on business needs and subject to change. Additionally, on some occasions, nights may be required 20:00pm-08:00am
We make health happen
At Bupa, we offer essential support when it matters most. Richmond Villages Wood Norton provides luxury retirement living with personalized care that promotes independence and honors individual choice, allowing our residents to live their best lives. We take pride in our carehome.co.uk review score of 9.9 out of 10.
As a Domiciliary Care Assistant, your role is to help residents make the most of life, and in exchange, we will support you in reaching your full career potential. We are currently seeking Assistants at various levels to provide domiciliary, residential, nursing, and dementia care services as needed. Our Domiciliary Care Assistants are the spark that ignites the spirit of our award-winning retirement village. Their enthusiasm and gentle care raise spirits, turning every moment into a cause for joy.
You’ll help us make health happen by:
While no two days are the same, as we adapt to the needs of our residents across the village. Typical duties include:
* Assisting residents with personal care such as bathing, dressing, and continence care in their own homes within the Village. Providing high standards of care, championing dignity and independence.
* Supporting at mealtimes; serving meals in residents' apartments or within the care home. This may involve helping them walk, transfer in a wheelchair, or using a hoist.
* Promoting mental and physical activity through hobbies, interests, or activities within the village.
* Responding to emergency calls when the care alert system is activated.
* Collaborating with the Domiciliary Care Manager and external professionals such as GPs, Chiropodists, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists.
* Maintaining accurate records and documentation of care provided, activities, and health changes.
Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role:
Experience in a care or dementia setting, or a Level 2/3 qualification in Health & Social Care (or equivalent), is beneficial. However, a passion for caring, honoring residents' choices, and prioritizing safety and well-being is essential. You should be an excellent listener, optimistic, confident in engaging with residents and families, and committed to confidentiality. You will provide care with dignity and empathy, striving to bring joy to residents daily.
Why Bupa?
We’re a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our focus is on our customers. Our team is driven by the purpose of helping people live longer, healthier, and happier lives. We make health happen by being brave, caring, and responsible.
We encourage diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, committed to fair treatment and reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants.
Time Type: Part time
Job Area: Care Home – Care support
Location: Richmond Wood Norton
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