At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and care for residents, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Company: Join Greensleeves Care, a respected charity providing exceptional care across England.
- Benefits: 28 days holiday, pension scheme, overtime incentives, and free learning opportunities.
- Other info: Equal opportunities employer with a focus on respect, openness, and responsibility.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older people while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Understanding of resident needs; care experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 14 - 15 £ per hour.
About Us
Would you like to continue your career with one of the most respected care charities? At Greensleeves Care, we deliver exceptional 24-hour residential, dementia and nursing care to older people across our 26 care homes in England. We are an accredited Living Wage employer, and Greensleeves Care are endorsed with Skills for Care and an Assured City and Guilds provider who offer a range of free learning and development to our colleagues.
As a Care Assistant (Days and Nights), you will:
- Give support and care to the residents whilst maintaining their rights to independence, privacy, dignity and choice and assist in their daily living.
- Assist residents who require help to dress/undress, wash, and bath and use the toilet.
- Assist residents with mobility problems and other physical disabilities including the use and care of aids and personal equipment.
- Assist residents who need help with personal hygiene e.g. incontinence.
- Promote and adhere to the Greensleeves Care Workplace values of respect, openness and responsibility.
To apply, you will need:
- An understanding of the needs of residents
- An understanding of the importance of confidentiality
- Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) diploma in care level 2 or the equivalent (Desirable)
- Experience of providing care (Desirable)
- Experience of working with elders (Desirable)
Rewards & Benefits Package
- 28 days paid holiday FTE (Including Bank Holidays)
- Overtime Incentive scheme
- Company pension scheme - employers contribution matched up to 6%
- 2 x Salary Death in Service benefit
- Length of Service Awards at 5,10,20,30,40 and 50 year
- Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits through the Hapi App
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Wellbeing Thrive App
- Refer a Friend scheme (you can earn up to £300 per referral)
- Free learning and development - Opportunities to undertake RQF level qualifications with an endorsed Skills for Care provider
- Free DBS
The successful applicant will be appointed subject to providing evidence of ISA first and enhanced DBS disclosure. This post is not subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Greensleeves Care is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Greensleeves Care Core Values
- Respect: We treat residents and colleagues with dignity and value their unique life experiences and personal contributions.
- Openness: We act openly and honestly, building confidence in our intentions and behaviour. We choose words and actions that are sincere, not misleading.
- Responsibility: We are committed to meeting the needs of others and behave responsibly towards residents and colleagues, being careful of the choices we make.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Please note this role is open to UK-based candidates only. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.
Care Assistant (Days & Nights) in Crowthorne employer: Greensleeves Care
Greensleeves Care is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff while providing compassionate care to residents. With a strong commitment to workplace values such as respect and openness, employees enjoy a supportive culture, generous benefits including 28 days paid holiday, and opportunities for professional growth through free learning and development programmes. Located in a community-focused environment, Greensleeves Care offers a rewarding career path for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.
