Night Shift Care Assistant
We are looking for a Night Shift Care Assistant to join our small, friendly care home for older people.
Are you passionate and caring and want to join a well-established dedicated staff team?
Are you looking to progress your career or just want a new challenge?
If yes, to these questions, we would love to hear from you.
Please note, we are unable to offer Sponsorships at this time.
Essential:
· Genuine interest and passion in working with vulnerable people
· Team Player
· Excellent communication skills
· Great time-keeper and reliable
· Comfortable working shifts
Desirable:
· SVQ Level 2 in Care
· Experience in working in health or social care
· Full Driving License
· Experience of Health & Safety, Food Hygiene and Fire Safety procedures
Please note, our company does not offer sponsorships.
About the role:
Care Assistant required for Night shifts, circa 30 hours per week. Shifts will be discussed at interview stage. Rate of pay is £13.45 per hour. We offer competitive rates of pay, paid annual registration, Company Pension Scheme, support and training and development programmes.
· You will be assisting our residents with all aspects of their day to day life. Ability to provide help, support and attention where required.
· Communicating with colleagues and residences family about the type and level of care required.
· Assisting with domestic duties as required along with helping at mealtimes for residents and visitors.
· Organising and helping with events, activities and entertainment for residents and families.
· Maintaining log books and records as required.
· Ensuring the home is kept clean and tidy at all times.
· Always ensuring maximum safety & wellbeing.
About us
Notwen House is a family run 24 bed care home based in Annandale & Eskdale, Dumfries & Galloway. We have recently undergone extensive renovations that allow us to provide our residents with exceptional care. As a close-knit team, we are looking for someone who can join us and help support our residents to live as meaningful and fulfilling lives as possible. Working at Notwen House is a rewarding and enjoyable experience with the chance to progress your career and build some strong & meaningful relationships.
We are committed to training our staff to high levels so they can provide an excellent quality of support to our residents. There is also the opportunity to acquire additional skills, qualifications and learning that is paid for by the company. Along with this, the company also runs an employee Health Plan which includes staff wellbeing sessions, a company pension scheme and excellent opportunities to progress your career.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Where did you gain your care experience?
- Do you have an SVQ 2 or willing to work towards this qualification?
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
