Carer

Job Description

All applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to live and work in the UK; we do not currently offer sponsorship. Due to the nature of the role, this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check****CARE ASSISTANTSETTING: Residential Care Home, Amersham HP6Just under 1 mile from Amersham Station – Metropolitan line – On-site parking availableFULL & PART-TIME DAY SHIFTS (8am – 8pm) AVAILABLERATE: £11.00DESIRABLE: Previous care and medication administration experience is desirable but not essentialWhat we are looking forYou’re someone that cares for others and wants to make a real difference to people’s lives. Ideally, you have some experience in a care environment, although this is not as essential, as training is provided. You understand there will be challenging days, but you’ll also laugh, have fun and make lasting memories with our residents and your colleagues. A great communicator, you’ll enjoy working in a close-knit team that feels like a family, with people from all walks of life. You’ll cherish the rewarding moments you have with our residents each and every day.You may not have worked in a care home before, and that’s fine, we can support you and give you all the training and guidance to help you succeed, and if you want this to be your new career then we would be happy to support you through completing QCF qualifications in Health & Social Care.Your typical dayAssisting residents with personal care duties such as bathing, dressing, and bathroom visits. Providing the highest standards of care, you’ll champion the dignity, and independence of all our residentsSupporting residents at mealtimes: helping to serve meals and transferring residents to the dining roomSupporting the Registered Manager and Senior Care Assistant to complete monthly and weekly checks to monitor the health of our residents and reporting any significant changesAttending planned activities: assisting the team, repositioning, providing care as necessary and taking part in day trips outside the home (day shift only)Updating food, fluid and stool charts, supplementary files, daily notes and care plansWhat’s in it for youComprehensive induction, on-going training and developmentPaid BreaksNEST workplace pension28 days annual leave pro rataOn-site parkingUniform providedJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPart-time hours: 0-36 per weekSalary: From £11.00 per hourSchedule:12 hour shiftDay shift