An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Care Assistant to work in an excellent care home based in the Bolton, Greater Manchester area. You will be working for one of UKs leading health care providers
A care home which has been purpose:built in order to achieve high standards of residential and dementia care, having been rebuilt by housing and care provider
**To be considered for this position you must have previous care experience working in a care home**
As the Care Assistant your key duties include:
* Act as a key worker for a group of residents and support admissions
* Participate in developing and reviewing individual care plans, including those for residents with dementia
* Provide personal and social care in line with care plans, enhancing residents physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing
* Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, infection control, and health and safety practices
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
* Respect and sensitivity for older people
* A willingness to be trained and developed (Level 1 or 2 in social care is encouraged)
* Good communication and listening skills
* The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* A caring nature with patience and empathy
* Previous care experience is desirable, though not essential
* Work flexibly across a rota, including weekends
The successful Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of GBP12.92 per hour and the annual salary is GBP29,560.96 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 44 hours a week on nights. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro:rota for part time)
* Pension scheme
* Free DBS checks and uniform
* Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support, and access to our hardship fund
* Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family:friendly policies
* Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts, and the Vivup app
* A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications, and clear career progression
* Long service awards to celebrate your contribution
* Critical Illness Insurance and life assurance for contracted hours colleagues
Reference ID: 7233
for this fantastic job role, please call on 638 or send your CV