We are looking for a care assistant to join our team at Birch Park Care Home.
Responsibilities include:
* Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting and assisting Residents when required with all aspects of daily living
* Assist Residents in all aspects of their care needs, e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual
* Provide supervision and attention when needed, ensuring Residents retain their comfort and dignity
* Observe care planning needs for Residents and completed daily records as instructed and in line with the Company's policies and procedures
* Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with Residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Care Centre
* Answer Nurse Call system, giving assistance as required
* Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly
* Report on well-being of Residents
* Carry out regular checks on Residents at intervals determined by senior Staff Members
* Clean and maintain equipment used by Residents and Relatives e.g. wheelchairs, hearing aids, spectacles etc
* Assist Residents who need help during meal times
* Escort Residents travelling to and from the Care Centre e.g. on social outings, hospital visits etc
We are looking for:
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
* Team player
* Satisfactory Policy Check and check against the PoVA list
* Ability to work on own initiative
* Previous experience of working with the relevant Service User group
* NVQ Level 2 in Care
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Have you worked in a care home before?
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person