Overview
Care Assistant
Prestwick Care is a unique and inspiring group of Care Homes where care and lifestyle go hand in hand. We offer exceptional levels of person-centred care and the highest possible quality of life, in terms of both accommodation and support, all provided within our home. We provide expert nursing and specialist dementia care and we aim to help each and every one of them to live longer, healthier and happier lives. We take pride in setting a new standard of care and really enjoy looking after our residents. We are passionate about delivering what is right for each individual. So whether you join us as a nurse, carer, chef, gardener or housekeeper you will work together as a team to create exemplary care. One of the many factors that set us apart from other care providers is our friendly, dedicated staff who constantly strive to ensure all our residents’ needs are met. As well as recruiting the right people we are also passionate about developing and enhancing the careers of our employees, helping us all to grow and prosper. Right now, we’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed Care Assistant to join the team at our care home in Alnwick. If you’re passionate about providing the very best care in a care home setting, consider a career with Beech Tree House.
What you’ll be doing
* As a care assistant under the guidance of the shift leader, taking responsibility for the physical and emotional well being and social needs of our residents
* Assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing and assisting with meals
* Providing physical and mental stimulation by taking part in recreational and social activities with residents, both individually and as a group
* Helping to maintain accurate records, undertaking ongoing training and getting involved in welcoming and training new staff
* Generally promoting our residents’ independence, choice, dignity and respect by delivering the very best standards of care
What you’ll need
* Ideally, some experience in a care environment and an NVQ2 in Care, although this is not as essential as your genuine desire to develop a career in this field
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a dedicated team
* A respectful, courteous and compassionate nature and a willingness to undertake any aspects of care or non-care duties
* A belief in giving your personal best at all times and striving for continuous improvement
What we’ll offer you in return
* A competitive starting salary with the opportunity to increase this through training and development.
* Comprehensive induction and on-going training and development
* Uniform provided
Beech Tree House is committed to an environment which will attract, retain and motivate its people. Beech Tree House aims to ensure that every applicant to, or employee of is assessed for employment, promotion and development solely on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.
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