Horsforth Manor Night Care Assistant in Horsforth, England at Yorkare Homes

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Horsforth Manor is open and due to increasing numbers of resident enquiries are looking to recruit more...

Care Assistants (Nights 8pm -8am) 12 hour shift - 34.5 hours per week

some weekend working required.

£13.10 per hour regardless of age.

£13.20 with a valid NVQ in Health and Social Care.

The role of a Care Assistant is to ensure the needs of the residents are met in a person-centred way that respects their dignity and promotes independence.

It is essential that all our staff are;

• Flexible, caring and compassionate.

• Positive, self-motivated and organised.

• Willing to undertake any training necessary to develop skills and competency relevant to the role.

• Sensitive to the needs of others.

• An active team player and must be able to work on own initiative.

• Possess good communication skills with colleagues and residents.

Overview of Job Description

• To provide personal care and support to residents with a wide range of health care needs, illnesses and disabilities, all of which are available in their care plan for staff to follow

• Serve and assist with drinks and snacks if required through the shift.

• Make and change beds; tidy rooms along with some light cleaning to ensure resident comfort and maintain the appearance of their home.

• To maintain accurate documentation with regards to the care and support given to our residents.

• To act as an advocate to the residents and communicate their needs and wishes when required to senior members of staff

In return the company will offer you:

• Competitive rates of pay (increased rate of pay if a Diploma/NVQ has been completed in Health and Social Care)

• Bonus for working over Christmas

• Free enhanced DBS check*

• Free Uniform

• Fully comprehensive training and development support from our In house trainer

• Career Progression

• Staff recognition awards

• Rewards App

• Health Scheme

• Working with a fantastic team of friendly, supportive, like-minded individuals

Whilst experience is preferred, training and support is provided to a very high standard if the applicant demonstrates all the qualities we feel are essential to fulfil this role, such as having a positive and caring attitude.

This role will include some weekend work

“We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We particularly encourage applications from individuals from groups that are under-represented in our workforce, including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.”

* Subject to successful completion of probation period.