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Access to the Perkbox leisure and retail discount scheme for various services at reduced costs.
Enrolment in the Life Insurance Death In Service Scheme after probation, providing financial security.
Additional income opportunities through the Refer a Friend Scheme, rewarding for successful referrals.
Recognition through the Employee of the Month Scheme with cash rewards, fostering a positive work environment.
Flexible work options with full-time and part-time roles available, allowing for work-life balance.
No prior experience required; comprehensive training provided, making it accessible for newcomers to the care sector.
KOTRA Silicon Valley is seeking Care Assistants to join their team at The Chiswick Nursing Centre in London. This role offers full-time and part-time positions, with a flexible schedule that includes weekdays, nights, and weekends. Care Assistants will be responsible for supporting residents with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, and providing social stimulation. While no prior experience is required, comprehensive training will be provided to all new staff members.
In addition to the opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' lives, the position includes benefits such as access to a discount scheme, life insurance, a referral program, and the chance for career progression. Employees can also earn rewards through various incentive programs, including an Employee of the Month scheme. With options for overtime, the role is ideal for those looking to support a caring community while advancing their career in the health care sector.
In addition to the opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' lives, the position includes benefits such as access to a discount scheme, life insurance, a referral program, and the chance for career progression. Employees can also earn rewards through various incentive programs, including an Employee of the Month scheme. With options for overtime, the role is ideal for those looking to support a caring community while advancing their career in the health care sector.
- Access to Perkbox leisure and retail discount scheme, an online platform which offers our employees access to various benefits of particular services at reduced costs for e.g. store discount vouchers, cinema vouchers, restaurant vouchers, car/phone insurance discounts
- Enrolment onto the Life Insurance Death In Service Scheme on completion of your probation period
- Refer a friend Scheme (£1,000 for nurses and £400 for any other position) on completion of successful probation of the new employee
- Employee of the Month Scheme (£100 Cash rewards)
- Career progression opportunities
- 24 48 hours per week overtime available if required
Duties And Responsibilities
- Support our Residents with personal care, washing and bathing, dressing, eating and drinking, and social stimulation.
- Help our Residents to enjoy their lives to the full and to meet all of their health and care needs
- Participate in assessment and evaluation of residents care, including reporting any changes in their physical and mental condition immediately
- To ensure that The Chiswick Nursing Centre Code of Conduct, confidentiality, safeguarding and security procedures are maintained
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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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