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Care Assistant
- nottingham, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent·Remote
- Part time
Job Description
An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Care Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in the Nottingham area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers.
This is a fantastic, purpose-built care home in Nottingham, providing high-quality residential care and short stay respite care for residents at the home.
Key duties
- 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 & safety practices
Qualities and experience
- 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
Salary
The successful Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £13.79 per hour and an annual salary of £23,663.64 per annum. This permanent part-time role works 33 hours a week on nights.
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