Care Assistant inAtherton inAtherton PUBLISHED
TUE 21 JAN 2025
Belong rLTE2Ir
Competitive pay rate of £12.00 per hour.
Shifts offer flexibility with both morning and evening options.
Opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive community environment.
Engagement in person-centred care that prioritizes residents' dignity and wellbeing.
Access to ongoing training and professional development to enhance skills.
Internal career progression opportunities within a values-driven organisation.
Benefits such as subsidized meals, a pension scheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
Belong is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to join their team in Atherton, offering a pay rate of £12.00 per hour for a position of 19.5 hours per week. The role involves working collaboratively in a household setting that accommodates around twelve residents, providing exceptional person-centred care. Key responsibilities include delivering personal and practical assistance to residents, maintaining high care standards, and ensuring their health and well-being while respecting their dignity and privacy. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a commitment to quality care, and ideally prior experience in an elderly care environment.
In return, Belong offers a supportive work environment with benefits such as a comprehensive induction training, ongoing development, a pension scheme, access to various employee support programs, and opportunities for career progression. This role is ideal for self-motivated individuals who are adaptable and able to thrive under pressure while enhancing the lives of residents in their care.
In return, Belong offers a supportive work environment with benefits such as a comprehensive induction training, ongoing development, a pension scheme, access to various employee support programs, and opportunities for career progression. This role is ideal for self-motivated individuals who are adaptable and able to thrive under pressure while enhancing the lives of residents in their care.
Pay: £12.00p/h
Shifts: 8am - 3pm, 3pm - 10pm a combination of the two.
One vacancy for 19.5 hours per week
We are Belong, we are a not for profit, values based organisation. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all belong.
We deliver exceptional care in our Village community styled home. We have Households with an average of twelve residents living in each; we are a committed team who provide the exceptional person centred care to enrich our resident's lives putting them at the heart of everything we do.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Care Assistant to join our team in Belong Atherton.
About the Role:
As a care assistant, you will work together with other staff in the running of the household. You will aim to maintain high standards of care and service towards customers, relatives, visitors and other members of staff. You will be providing a range of personal and practical care to our residents.
Duties and Responsibilities:
As part of our recruitment process you will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. Their code of conduct can be found on the following link that you can copy and post to your web browser if you wish to read:
www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliQJ3o
Shifts: 8am - 3pm, 3pm - 10pm a combination of the two.
One vacancy for 19.5 hours per week
We are Belong, we are a not for profit, values based organisation. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all belong.
We deliver exceptional care in our Village community styled home. We have Households with an average of twelve residents living in each; we are a committed team who provide the exceptional person centred care to enrich our resident's lives putting them at the heart of everything we do.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Care Assistant to join our team in Belong Atherton.
About the Role:
As a care assistant, you will work together with other staff in the running of the household. You will aim to maintain high standards of care and service towards customers, relatives, visitors and other members of staff. You will be providing a range of personal and practical care to our residents.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate compassion, empathy and a person-centred approach to caring for older people
- Self-motivated, resilient and well-organised
- Able to work well under pressure and flexible to meet the needs of the residents and the household
- Provide assistance, personal care, activities and companionship to residents
- Be alert to residents' needs, health and wellbeing
- Respect the residents' dignity and privacy
- Work with residents and their families to deliver tailored care to each individual
- Assist with mealtimes and safe moving
- Maintain accurate records for each resident
- Excellent communication and written skills
- Committed to providing a high standard of care, promoting dignity and respect
- Previous experience working within an elderly care setting
- Team player but able to work on your own initiative
- Dependable, able to work well under pressure and flexible to meet the needs of the Home
- Care Certificate or NVQ in Adult Social Care is desirable.
- Cost of DBS Check
- Comprehensive 4 day classroom based induction and further shadow shifts (paid)
- Ongoing training and development
- Internal career progression opportunities
- Pension Scheme
- Access to Blue Light Card scheme
- Subsidised meals in our Bistros
- Marvellous Mealtime on shift
- Casual dress
- Free DBS check*
- Access to an Early Pay Release Scheme
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Occupational Health support
- Colleague recognition events; our monthly ACE awards and our annual Champions Event
- Enhanced Colleague Referral Scheme
As part of our recruitment process you will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. Their code of conduct can be found on the following link that you can copy and post to your web browser if you wish to read:
www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliQJ3o
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To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
Personal Qualities:
1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
Continuous Development:
Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
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