Job Description:
We are looking for Care Assistants to join our friendly team.
VALUES BASED JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Care Assistant
Reports to: Senior Care Assistant/Nurse
Job Overview:
(Note: In addition to these functions employees are required to carry out such duties as may reasonably be required)
To provide care in accordance with best practice and legislative requirements, reflecting policies and procedures and agreed standards under the direction of the Senior Carer/Nurse
To support and enable Residents to maintain skills and personal interests whilst delivering person-centred care unique to each individual
To maintain skills at a current level, undertake such training and development as required from time-to-time to maintain and progress knowledge
Location: Northlands Care Home
Hours: 22- 44 per week
Pay Rate: 15.00 per hour
Role Specific Duties:
Ensure Residents are at the heart of the care delivery and their wishes and preferences enhance their wellbeing
To contribute to the efficient running of the service
Support Residents to maintain their relationships and connections with the local community
Ensure Personal Plans and other information about how to support Residents are followed
Be responsible for informing Senior Carer/Nurse of any changes in the needs of Residents
Be responsible for promoting and protecting the welfare of those individuals supported
Working with Others:
Develop effective working relationships with other employees within Northlands Care Home.
Work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for Residents
If desired by the Resident, maintain and develop relationships with family, friends and other people important in their life
Leading by Example:
Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth
Be a role model for other carers and be an ambassador for the service
Work within the SSSC Code of Practice
Be professional, polite and reasonable at all times
Personal Responsibilities:
Be registered with the SSSC and work within the Code of Practice
Knowledge of, and work within, the Health and Social Care Standards
Obtain the relevant qualification to remain registered with SSSC if not already in receipt of the qualification commensurate with the role
Attend statutory training and any other training as directed by management
Understand and follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role
Be open to learning opportunities
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Pay: £15.00-£22.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
