At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with daily activities and provide compassionate care.
- Company: Join a dedicated team making a real difference in people's lives.
- Benefits: Employee discounts and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available; previous experience is a plus but not essential.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact while building relationships and enhancing quality of life.
- Qualifications: Caring nature, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 18900 - 23100 £ per year.
- Full job description
- Job Overview
Join our dedicated team as a Care Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring support with daily activities.
In this vital role, you will provide compassionate care within care homes or home care settings, ensuring residents and clients feel safe, valued, and comfortable.
Your proactive approach and excellent communication skills will foster trusting relationships and promote well-being.
This paid position offers an engaging environment where your efforts directly enhance quality of life.
Duties
- Assist residents with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting and eating.
- Support residents with mobility, transfers and physical activities as needed.
- Monitor and record residents’ vital signs, including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure (where trained).
- Provide emotional support, reassurance and companionship to residents.
- Assist nursing staff and senior carers with basic care tasks.
- Promote dignity, privacy and choice at all times.
- Maintain a clean, safe and comfortable environment in line with health and safety standards.
- Communicate effectively with residents, families and healthcare team members regarding resident needs and wellbeing.
- Follow care plans, risk assessments and company policies and procedures.
Skills
- Working towards a Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
- A caring, compassionate and calm nature.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team oriented environment.
- Basic understanding of care procedures and health & safety practices.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- English proficiency sufficient to carry out the role effectively.
- Previous experience in a care home, nursing home, domiciliary care or hospital setting is an advantage but not essential.
- Satisfied enhanced DBS check.
- Satisfactory Right to Work in the UK (must be maintained).
Applicants must already be authorised to work in the United Kingdom; the employer is not able to provide new work authorisation.
Benefits
- Employee discount
Work authorisation
- United Kingdom (preferred)
- Work Location: In person
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Bay View House: Care Assistant in Seabrook employer: Prestwickcare
Prestwick Care is an excellent employer for those seeking a fulfilling role as a Night Care Assistant in Durham. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer comprehensive training, career progression opportunities, and a supportive team culture that prioritises compassion and growth. Our Employee Assistance Programme and employee discounts further enhance the rewarding experience of working with us, making it a truly meaningful place to contribute to the well-being of our residents.
