Care Assistant

Milkwood Care Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is looking for a Care Assistant to join their team at a nursing home. You will support elderly residents with daily activities, ensuring a high quality of life. This full-time role offers competitive pay, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Above average hourly rates

Free meals for 12-hour shifts

Paid breaks

Workplace Pension Scheme

5.6 weeks holiday

Opportunity for development

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of personal care procedures.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a caregiving role.
• Ability to build good relationships with residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with morning and bedtime routine.
• Provide personal care like washing and dressing.
• Build relationships with residents and their families.
• Safely use manual handling equipment.
• Understand residents' interests and needs.
• Commit to improving the quality of life for residents.

Skills

Care-based experience

Excellent communication

Manual handling

Education

Level 2 or 3 QCF/NVQ

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Care Assistant role at MILKWOOD CARE LTD. Chatterwood Nursing Home offers residential care for the elderly in Liss, Hampshire, on the grounds of our sister home Milkwood House. Start your career in care and join our friendly, professional team in a family-run business.

What We Offer

• Above average hourly rates
• Full training provided
• Full support in building your Care Certificate
• Apprenticeships for NVQ levels 2/3/4
• Opportunity to grow within the business from Care to Senior to Team Lead and beyond
• Free parking on site
• Free meals for 12-hour shifts
• 5.6 weeks holiday
• 2 week rolling rota with alternate weekends
• Flexible hours to suit you
• Paid breaks
• Workplace Pension Scheme

Job Details

• Job Type / Category: Full Time 36-48 hours
• Day Shifts

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Flexible working hours
• 5.6 weeks holiday
• Paid breaks
• Opportunity to work for a growing company
• Outstanding training and continuous career development opportunities

Required Education, Skills And Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 QCF/NVQ is preferred
• Some Care-based experience is preferable
• You must have the right to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Help and assist residents getting up in the morning and going to bed at night
• Assist with personal care (washing, toilet, dressing)
• Create and maintain good professional relationships with residents, their families and friends
• Use manual handling equipment safely and correctly
• Get to know residents and their interests and needs
• Caring, kind and enthusiastic
• 100% commitment to helping improve the quality of life of vulnerable people

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Individual and Family Services

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