Part Time Care Assistant inFontwell inFontwell PUBLISHED
THU 19 DEC 2024
Barchester Healthcare r3T39vM
Opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' lives by providing quality care and companionship.
Varied daily tasks that keep the job interesting and fulfilling.
Access to comprehensive training and development to enhance skills and career progression.
Competitive pay along with a sector-leading benefits and rewards package.
Supportive work environment with access to wellbeing and support tools.
Rewards for hard work, including Employee of the Month and Long Service Awards.
The chance to form meaningful relationships with residents and contribute to their happiness.
Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Part Time Care Assistant in Fontwell to support residents in a care home environment. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, providing companionship, and ensuring that each resident receives personalized care and attention. Care Assistants will engage in a variety of tasks, from helping with meals and following care plans to spending quality one-on-one time with residents, all while creating a fulfilling and compassionate atmosphere.
Candidates should have experience in caring for older adults, strong communication skills, and a warm, empathetic demeanor. Barchester offers comprehensive training, alongside a competitive pay package and sector-leading benefits, including employee recognition programs and referral bonuses. This position is ideal for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents while developing their own career in the care industry.
Candidates should have experience in caring for older adults, strong communication skills, and a warm, empathetic demeanor. Barchester offers comprehensive training, alongside a competitive pay package and sector-leading benefits, including employee recognition programs and referral bonuses. This position is ideal for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents while developing their own career in the care industry.
About The Role
As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career.
About You
To join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive.
REWARDS PACKAGE
In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:
Free training and development for all roles
Access to wellbeing and support tools
A range of retail discounts and savings
Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme
Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'
And so much more!
If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.
As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career.
About You
To join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive.
REWARDS PACKAGE
In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:
Free training and development for all roles
Access to wellbeing and support tools
A range of retail discounts and savings
Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme
Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'
And so much more!
If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.
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To work as a Part Time Care Assistant in the UK, you typically need a combination of skills, qualities, and sometimes qualifications. Here are some key skills and attributes that are often required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with clients, their families, and colleagues. This includes listening, speaking clearly, and demonstrating empathy.
2. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and needs of those you care for, and providing support in a kind and respectful manner.
3. Patience: Working with individuals who may have varying levels of ability and may require more time or assistance can be demanding.
4. Teamwork: Working well with others, including healthcare professionals and family members, to ensure a cohesive approach to care.
5. Organisation Skills: Being able to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks, especially when caring for multiple clients.
6. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in the client's condition or needs and accurately following care plans.
7. Physical Stamina: The role may require physical tasks such as lifting or assisting individuals with mobility, which can be demanding.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to effectively assess situations and come up with practical solutions quickly.
Additional Qualities:
1. Reliability: Being dependable and punctual, as clients will rely on your presence and assistance.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respecting their privacy, choices, and preferences.
3. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and individual needs.
Qualifications and Training:
While specific qualifications may not always be mandatory for a part-time care assistant role, many employers look for:
1. Care Certificate: A set of standards that should be covered in your induction into a care role if you don’t already have formal qualifications.
2. First Aid Certification: Basic first aid knowledge can be beneficial.
3. Health and Safety Training: Awareness of safety practices and protocols in a care environment.
4. Experience: Previous experience in care, whether through paid roles or volunteering, can be an advantage.
Practical Steps:
- DBS Check: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
- Training and Development: Many employers offer on-the-job training, so having a willingness to learn and develop new skills is important.
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