Care Assistants in Stockton-on-Tees

Are you kind, caring and compassionate? Are you interested in a career where you can make a real difference to people’s lives? Do you want to work in a supportive team, with access to extensive training and development opportunities? Then we would love to welcome you to our hard-working team at the Halcyon Centre!

We currently have two 30 hour, part time posts available and the actual salary for the role is £21,407 - £21,749. You will work a set shift pattern of Monday to Friday 9:30am - 4:00pm. In addition to the roles above, we also have opportunities to join us on a casual basis for any candidates interested in occasional work, as and when required. The hourly rate for Casual Care Assistants is £15.33 - £15.58. Please state on your application form whether you are applying for the permanent roles or casual.

The Halcyon Centre is a day service for adults and older people, many of whom are living with Dementia. We take an outcome focused, strength-based approach to care, supporting people to achieve their full potential in a friendly, professional and safe environment. We aim to empower those accessing the service to reach their full potential, to reduce or delay the need for additional care services and to support them to remain living in their own homes for as long as possible.

As a Care Assistant you will support people with personal care, emotional wellbeing, food and nutrition and will plan and present meaningful, person-centred activities built around what people who attend the service find engaging, stimulating and beneficial to their mental and/or physical health and wellbeing.

We are looking for candidates with experience of working within an Adult Social Care setting, and who hold a Level 2 Diploma / NVQ in Adult Health and Social Care. Please ensure you refer to the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the Person Specification when completing your application as they are used to select candidates for interview.

Why Join us? Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work. We offer an excellent total reward package, including:

• A competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement. Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
• Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, discounts at high street and online retailers, access to online GP services, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.

For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website.

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