Care Assistant post at Squires Mews Care Home in Northampton, run by Avery Healthcare Group Ltd, a provider of luxury care homes for older people. The work centres on personal care, including hygiene support and spotting early signs of clinical risk such as falls or pressure sores. No experience is needed because training and induction are provided, but strong communication and adaptability for changing tasks are expected. A DBS check and proof of right to work in the UK are required.
What the job involves
- Deliver high standards of personal care and contribute to the care team to ensure continuity of services
- Assist residents with all personal hygiene care, promoting independence, dignity and respect
- Recognise clinical risk areas such as weight loss, pressure sores, falls risk and signs of infection, and elevate them promptly
- Act courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting each resident's individuality
- Follow safe systems of work across the range of tasks
What’s required
Skills & knowledge
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Initiative, and respect towards residents and others in the home
- Working efficiently and following reasonable instructions from team members
- Adaptability to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice
Checks & eligibility
- DBS check
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Other
- Living the company values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable
What’s offered
- Thorough induction and training programme
- Opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
