Residential Care Assistant

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking experienced Care Assistants to work with a Local Authority at a residential home based in Bromsgrove. The home are looking for candidates to wok on an ad hoc, temporary basis, covering the following shift patterns as required: 08:00 – 15:00 15:00 – 22:00 Occasional night cover (22:00 – 08:00) may be required. The roles sit within a residential home supporting adults with diagnoses including learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and mental health conditions. The incoming Care Assistants will be responsible for providing person-centred care, promoting independence and ensuring high standards of care at all times. Main Duties * Provide high-quality personal, emotional, psychological, and practical support to residents in line with their individual needs and care plans * Promote independence, choice, dignity, and respect in all aspects of care * Liaise with the wider multidisciplinary team to support residents\’ wellbeing * Maintain accurate and detailed records and ensure compliance with CQC standards and regulations * Contribute to the continuous improvement of the service and staff development Essential Criteria * NVQ Level 2 in Care or equivalent * Previous experience in a similar role within a residential or social care setting * Previous experience of working with adults with learning disabilities * Knowledge and understanding of the physical and emotional needs of people with both learning and physical disabilities * Strong knowledge of care standards, CQC regulations, adult safeguarding procedures, the Mental Capacity Act, and Deprivation of Liberty safeguards * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Strong understanding of person-centred practice and a commitment to upholding choice, dignity, and respect * Flexibility to work on a rota basis, including weekends If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your updated CV