Care Assistant

Start the new year by stepping into a rewarding career where you can care for others and truly make a difference. Join The HICA Group today! Buckshaw Retirement Village is currently looking for people who are passionate and enthusiastic about providing high-quality care to join our growing team at The Lodge, based within the beautiful Buckshaw Village, Chorley, Lancashire. The company is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Pay & Hours: £12.32 per hour + (50p enhancement for nights) 24 - 42 hours per week 12-hour shifts Day & Night shifts available Working on a rota covering 7 days per week (alternative weekends). The Role: We are looking for Care Assistants who can provide a high standard of compassionate and thoughtful care whilst carrying out their daily duties. You will support our residents to maintain their independence by helping with everyday tasks and activities, in line with their individual needs. You will work creatively with the team to provide bespoke care for each individual resident, helping to maximise their way of living. Full training is provided, so if you are new to the care sector, we will help you start your journey with confidence. We currently have day and night shift patterns working on a rolling rota. Rewards & Benefits: Paid breaks Access to low-cost saving plans and loans Access to funded qualifications and internal career progression In-house lottery with £0000s to be won every month Cycle to Work scheme and other salary sacrifice benefits On-the-spot voucher recognition scheme £000s awarded every month £500 reward for every friend or family referral £1000 reward for every Senior referral £2000 reward for every Nurse referral Free parking Techsave loans scheme opened twice a year Discounted local & national gym memberships, plus FREE on-demand workouts and classes available to stream in your living room Retail, supermarket, holiday, entertainment & cinema discounts Hospital and Death Benefit plans at discounted prices Employee assistance programme & access to free counselling. About you: Are you a talented care professional looking to make a real difference in people’s lives? The HICA Group is seeking dedicated individuals to join our growing team and provide the highest standard of person-centred care and support. Our mission is to help people lead purposeful lives and maintain their independence. As a Care Assistant, you will assist with mealtimes, personal care, and activities, while also going above and beyond to understand each person holistically. We value accurate record-keeping, effective communication, and teamwork, all aimed at improving the lives of our residents, both young and old. If you share our commitment to excellence and compassion, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and start your rewarding career with the HICA Group! Additional Information: As a leading care provider, we strive to provide the best level of care we can and are committed to providing innovative initiatives that improve residents' wellbeing. Careful research and close liaison with the nationally renowned Dementia Services Development Centre have ensured we have four unique communities that embrace best practice in dementia care. We are very proud to have received their first-ever Gold Standard accreditation for dementia design. Each community offers something a little different. From early-stage dementia care through to 24-hour nursing care for people with dementia and further health and social needs. The Lodge covers every stage of the dementia journey. The HICA Group is a ‘Not for Profit’ organisation providing a range of care services to older people and people with learning difficulties both within residential and nursing homes and within the community. Please note that successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Pay: £12.32-£12.82 per hour Expected hours: 24 – 42 per week Physical Setting: Care home Residential home Shift: 12-hour shift Day shift Ability to commute/relocate: Chorley, Lancashire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: Care home: 1 year (preferred) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

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