Covent House: Care Assistant Prestwick Care

Prestwick Care Group; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care organization is seeking Care Assistants to join their team at Covent House in Chester. This role offers an opportunity to provide essential support to residents, help with daily living activities, and monitor vital signs. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with empathy and a desire to help. Training is provided for successful candidates, along with various perks. The position requires flexibility, as shifts may include nights and weekends.

Benefits

Full training package

Employee assistance programme

Employee discount card at leisure sites

Qualifications

• Working towards a Care Certificate or NVQ equivalent; certification as a nursing assistant preferred.
• Empathy and a genuine desire to help others.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Basic understanding of patient care procedures and safety practices.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• English Proficiency of a level that responsibilities can be undertaken effectively.
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting is an advantage but not required.
• Satisfactory DBS check.
• Satisfactory Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living activities such as bathing and dressing.
• Monitor and record patients’ vital signs.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents.
• Assist nursing staff with basic medical tasks.
• Maintain a clean and comfortable environment for residents.
• Communicate effectively with residents and healthcare team.

Skills

Empathy

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Care Certificate or NVQ equivalent

Job description

Prestwick Care are currently recruiting forFull Time/Part TimeCare Assistants atCovent House.This is an amazing opportunity for someone who is looking for a rewarding career within the care industry to join Prestwick Care at an exciting time for the Organisation.

Job Title:Care Assistant
Contract Type:Part-time / Full-time
Location:Durham Road, Chester-Le-Street DH3 2PF
Salary:Competitive

About the Role

We are seeking a Care Assistant to join our team at Covent House. In this role, you will provide essential support to residents, helping them maintain dignity and comfort during their stay. You will work closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure that each resident’s individual needs are met with kindness and respect.

What We Offer

• Full training package.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Employee discount card at our leisure sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive, establish and maintain our CORE values throughout your team.
• Assist residents with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Help residents with mobility and physical activities as needed.
• Monitor and record patients’ vital signs, including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents during their stay.
• Assist nursing staff with basic medical tasks during resident care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team members about resident needs.

Required Skills & Experience

• Working towards a Care Certificate or NVQ equivalent; certification as a nursing assistant preferred.
• Empathy and a genuine desire to help others.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Basic understanding of patient care procedures and safety practices.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• English Proficiency of a level that the responsibilities of the employee can be undertaken effectively.
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting is an advantage but not required.
• Satisfactory DBS check.
• Satisfactory Right to Work in the UK or equivalent being maintained.