Westwood Lodge Care Home, NE4 6UR
Do you want to be an integral part of an exciting new care group with family run values at its core? Do you want respect, autonomy and training opportunities?
EXCITING NEW OPPORTUNITY
* Do you want to be an integral part of an exciting new care group with family run values at its core? Do you want respect, autonomy and training opportunities?
Care Assistant for Westwood Lodge Care Home, NE4 6UR
* Great British Care Awards Regional Employer of Year Award 2025, Finalists National Great British Care Awards 2206, Winner Leaders in Care Awards 2024
* Automatic Free Enrolment into Employment assistant programme- access to unlimited virtual GP consultations, 24/7 mental health support, up to 10 face to face counselling sessions, access to the Wisdom App via Health Assured
* Supportive friendly home- rare opportunity and opening
* Highly attractive Mental Health Nursing Home (44 beds),
* Town Centre Location
* Very friendly, supportive, training and hours +++
* Part of New Caring and Leading Brand
* Exciting Promotional Opportunities
* Excellent Reputation in Community with all healthcare professionals
* Fully Staffed- Long Stay Residents and dedicated long term staff
* Application deadline closing shortly- high interest expected
Health Care Assistant
An unique and exciting opportunity has arisen to join our small friendly team at Westwood Lodge Care Home- is a family run independent care home supporting 44 residents. We are looking for a health care assistant to join our successful team and help implement change and drive forward new ideas at this exciting new time.
Your Role
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will:
* Support residents with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
* Assist with meals and hydration
* Provide emotional support and companionship
* Work closely with nurses and senior staff to deliver safe, effective care
* Maintain accurate care records
* Promote dignity, respect, and independence at all times
What We're Looking For
We're looking for individuals who:
* Are kind, caring, and patient
* Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
* Work well as part of a team
* Have good communication skills
* Previous care experience is beneficial but not essential (full training provided)
Why Join Westwood Lodge?
* Supportive and welcoming team environment
* Full training and ongoing development
* Access to EAP – confidential support, counselling & virtual GP
* Staff benefits, rewards & recognition schemes
* Opportunities to progress within the Caring & Leading Group
Our Values – CARE & LEAD
We live by our values every day:
CARE – Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Excellence
LEAD – Leadership | Empowerment | Aspire | Development
Please review the values carefully- as appointment for the job role at interview is based on these criteria
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: Up to £12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Flexitime
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* How will you demonstrate our CARE and LEAD values?
* Currently Living in the UK?
* current notice period?
* need sponsorship?
Work Location: In person