At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to residents in a nursing home setting.
- Company: SkyCare, a leader in residential and dementia care with a focus on excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 28 days leave, enhanced training, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Permanent contract with flexible shifts and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults while growing your career.
- Qualifications: 1-2 years experience in care, strong communication skills, and a caring approach.
The predicted salary is between 12.82 - 12.82 £ per hour.
We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role and are able to work full-time 33-44 hours per week. The nursing home offers a range of specialist care for residents, including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's care, as well as care for stroke victims. Successful applicants will have 1-2 years of experience, preferably in a similar role.
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Work Environment: This position is crucial in the healthcare system, as Mental Health Care Assistants play a vital role in helping individuals manage their mental health conditions and improve their quality of life.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Care: Provide personal care and support to patients, including assistance with daily living activities such as eating, bathing, and dressing.
- Therapeutic Engagement: Engage with patients in therapeutic activities to promote recovery and alleviate distress, including identifying factors that may increase agitation and employing de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Monitoring and Reporting: Observe and document patients' conditions, including any changes in behaviour or mood, and report these to the nursing staff.
- Supportive Environment: Create a safe and compassionate environment for patients, ensuring their dignity and privacy are respected at all times.
- Collaboration: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, psychiatrists, and social workers, to implement care plans and support patients effectively.
- Crisis Intervention: Recognise signs of distress or crisis in patients and respond appropriately to ensure their safety and well-being.
Required Qualifications:
- Experience: Previous experience in a care role, experience with dementia, brain injury, and nursing home is desirable.
- Certifications: Holding a Care Certificate or equivalent is typically desirable.
- Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. A cheerful, compassionate, respectful, and caring approach, with a good understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults and the desire to make a positive contribution to the lives of others. Ability to work on own initiative.
Benefits of joining our team:
- Permanent contract
- Day and night shifts available
- 28 days annual leave (inclusive of statutory bank holidays)
- Enhanced training
- Free uniforms that are specially made from breathable material
- Set shift patterns, four-week rolling rota
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Refer a carer programme
- Store discount
- A friendly and supportive working environment
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and development. Full training will be provided, face-to-face and online. We will require a DBS check which we can assist with and 2 satisfactory references.
At SkyCare, we offer unrivalled residential and dementia care in luxury homes. We strive for excellence in everything we do and make a real difference to our residents' lives. Our team is one of our biggest assets. We cultivate a supportive environment for our people, with tailored training and career development at all levels.
Female CARE ASSISTANT Nursing Home settings in Huddersfield employer: Skycare
Skycare is an excellent employer for those passionate about elderly care, offering a supportive work environment in Kirklees where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents. With competitive salaries, comprehensive health insurance, and ample opportunities for career development, we prioritise the growth and well-being of our staff, ensuring that you thrive both personally and professionally in your nursing career.
