Care Assistant - Ferndown Plus

Overview

Care Assistant – Ferndown Plus at Care Dorset UK

Location: Ferndown Plus, Library Road, Ferndown

Salary: £12.86-£13.08 per hour

Shifts: Monday – Friday 09:00-16:00

Contract: 12-24 hours (2x12h, 1x24h)

About the role

Care Dorset is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic person to provide support for adults at Ferndown Plus Day Centre. You will be part of an experienced team responsible for delivering activities and stimulating experiences for people with a range of additional needs. You may support individuals or groups within the service or in the wider community.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Assist the relevant client group in practical tasks, including shopping and community activities to promote independence.
• Provide personal care and one-to-one support as required.
• Maintain dignity, privacy and respect of clients.
• Maintain essential records with brief written notes on individual client records.
• Undertake domestic tasks such as cleaning and laundry.
• Comply with Health and Safety requirements including manual handling and infection control.
• Participate in organised activities to meet client needs, such as excursions, basic food preparation and domestic tasks.
• Act as a keyworker as required.
• Work within the Gold Standards Framework.
• Other duties as required related to the team’s function.
• Driving licence and vehicle access helpful but not essential.

About You

Suitable candidates will take a genuine interest in the needs and wishes of people, support them in making and communicating choices, and in maximizing independence. Strong communication skills are essential.

• Empathy with client needs
• Ability to follow care plans and instructions
• Ability to maintain and complete records
• Caring and understanding attitude
• Ability to reflect and learn from experience
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team
• Commitment to quality standards
• Understanding of personal care needs and confidentiality
• Preferable Level 2 in Health & Social Care (not essential)
• Preferable experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities (not essential)

Benefits

• Generous annual leave starting at 27 days, rising to 31 after 5 years (excluding bank holidays)
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Occupational Sick pay from day one
• Blue Light discount package
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive induction
• Training and development opportunities with progression
• Litmos online learning platform
• Refer a Friend Bonus up to £300 per person referred (uncapped and paid on successful appointment)
• Awards and recognition through annual ceremony

Apply

Apply now and join a rewarding journey towards reablement and positive change. Note: Applications are managed by a third party on behalf of Care Dorset. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.