At a Glance
- Tasks: Support residents with daily living tasks and enhance their wellbeing in a nursing home.
- Company: Caring nursing home dedicated to providing a warm environment for residents.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, paid leave, pension scheme, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available with excellent career development prospects.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience in care.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or 6 months experience in care.
The predicted salary is between 13.26 - 13.26 £ per hour.
Full-Time Location: Derry / Londonderry
Work Setting: Nursing Home
Contract: Permanent
Hours & Pay:
- Pay: £13.26 per hour (market leading hourly rate in the area)
- Night shift allowance £15 included for all night shifts
- Annual salary: Approximately £25,512 per year
You can choose to work either permanent days or permanent nights; you do not have to work both.
Role Overview:
We are looking for caring, reliable individuals to support residents in a warm and supportive nursing home environment. The role involves helping residents with daily living tasks and supporting their wellbeing.
Main Responsibilities:
- Provide safe, compassionate care to residents
- Help with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, feeding, etc.)
- Maintain residents' privacy, dignity, and comfort
- Observe and report any changes in residents' health or behaviour
- Report accidents, concerns, or incidents to senior staff
- Support residents with social activities, conversation, and general wellbeing
- Accompany residents on outings or appointments when needed
- Ensure residents are clean, comfortable, and well-presented
- Assist with basic cleaning tasks within the home
Essential Requirements:
You must have one of the following:
- A NVQ / QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent), or
- At least 6 months experience caring for vulnerable adults in a formal setting
Additional requirements:
- Willingness to work towards a QCF Level 2 if not already held
- Registration with NISCC (or willingness to register within 6 months)
Employee Benefits:
- Paid annual leave (increasing with service)
- Night shift allowance
- Pension scheme
- Company sick pay and maternity/paternity pay
- Ongoing training and development
- Free onsite parking
- Access to employee wellbeing and support services
Skills: Care
Benefits: Pension Fund, Parking, Paid Holidays
Permanent Care Assistant - Derry employer: MPA Recruitment Ltd
Join a leading care provider in Lisburn that prioritises person-centred care and values its staff. With a competitive salary, flexible scheduling, and a supportive work environment, this role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and development. You'll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to maintaining high standards of care and enhancing resident wellbeing.
