At a Glance
- Tasks: Support elderly clients with daily care needs and promote their independence.
- Company: Join the award-winning St Philip's Care family dedicated to outstanding care.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn, flexible hours, paid holidays, and a rewards scheme.
- Other info: Inclusive environment with opportunities for career progression and personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable qualifications.
- Qualifications: Caring nature, reliability, and willingness to learn; experience in care is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 29000 £ per year.
St Philip's Care is dedicated to providing outstanding care to our clients, which is why we have been awarded the most outstanding Residential Care Management Team in the UK and continue to apply this ethos through 2025. Our company values and encourages our staff, providing ongoing training and opportunities to progress throughout the business if desired. Wherever you want your career in care to take you, you can do it with St Philips Care. You can earn while you learn as we can provide full training.
The successful applicant should be willing to learn, caring in nature, and kind. Being reliable with a good attitude towards work is valued.
As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for:
- Understanding and providing the requirements for “normal” health and having insight into the effects on the client and family when continued care is needed.
- Assisting the client in any area of his/her daily care needs which they would normally undertake themselves if they were able to do so.
- Participating in holistic caring activities.
- Caring for all clients’ needs as required with the aim of optimising their independence.
- Reading and acting on the Care Plans of each client to promote continuity of care.
- Understanding the right of the individual to confidentiality.
- Moving and handling, dressing, and assisting residents in their daily hygiene and dressing needs.
- Observing and reporting any changes in residents’ condition.
- Reporting to Senior staff any hazard or unsafe equipment that may be injurious to the health and safety of staff, residents, and visitors.
- Attending any in-service training arranged as part of staff development and mandatory training, which is a legal requirement.
As a Care Assistant, it would be desirable to have:
- Previous experience of care work in a Hospital, Care or Nursing Home.
- A passion for care of the elderly.
- NVQ2 / SVQ2 or QCF level 2 in Health and Social Care or Care.
Benefits of working with the St Philips Family:
- A supportive, inclusive, friendly working environment.
- The opportunity to progress and gain further qualifications “learn while you earn!”
- 4-weekly pay periods.
- Full training given.
- Paid induction and shadow shifts.
- Paid holiday.
- Flexible opportunities to fit around your life.
- Rewards scheme for all staff.
- Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00.
- To be part of the St Philip’s Care family across the UK.
- The chance to change lives.
- Option to join the people pension if not automatically enrolled.
Care Assistant – Learn While You Earn in Elder Care in West Linton employer: ST PHILIPS CARE CALEDONIA LTD
At St Philip's Care, we pride ourselves on being an award-winning employer, recognised as 'The most outstanding care group in the UK'. Our Senior Care Assistants enjoy a supportive and inclusive work culture in Grimsby, with ample opportunities for professional growth through training and development. Join our close-knit team where your contributions are valued, and experience a rewarding career dedicated to enhancing the lives of our residents.
Contact Details:
ST PHILIPS CARE CALEDONIA LTD Recruitment Team
