Care Assistant

Care Assistant focuses on to promote the highest standards of care within the nursing home.

What the role involves

• To promote the highest standards of care within the nursing home.
• To provide a safe and healthy environment for residents, staff and visitors.
• To report any injuries, disease or dangerous practice to all relevant personnel.
• To maintain correctly written records as required by the company and statutory bodies.

Skills and requirements

• Minimum of 1 years care experience gained within any care of the elderly setting, whether this be nursing home, hospital or community based. We are also keen to hear from student n.
• For Principal Carer level posts an SVQ 3 is essential along with team leadership experience in a care home environment.
• Experience of working with elderly people and knowledge of dementia, delivering clinical support in this area.
• Manage a diverse range of situations effectively within a nursing home setting.

Confirmed role details

• · Excellent rate of pay - £14.32 - £17.14 per hour - we are an accredited Living Wage employer.
• · Optional overtime paid at time + 33% (£19.05 - £22.80 per hour).
• · Permanent full or Part Time or staff bank opportunities available.
• · "Recommend a Friend" scheme - £1000 for Nurses, £500 for Care Assistants.

Candidate fit

• patience, dignity, clear communication, and dependable care standards